Autism and Aspergers Books
Family Therapy and the Autism Spectrum: Autism Conversations in Narrative Practice
The autism spectrum presents a range of communication, social, and sensory differences that are challenging for clinicians to address. Family Therapy and the Autism Spectrum provides a guide to... (more)
Understanding Autism: Parents, Doctors, and the History of a Disorder
Autism has attracted a great deal of attention in recent years, thanks to dramatically increasing rates of diagnosis, extensive organizational mobilization, journalistic coverage, biomedical... (more)
Simple Low-cost Games and Activities for Sensorimotor Learning: A Sourcebook of Ideas for Young Children Including Those with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Other Learning Differences
This practical sourcebook is packed full of fun, low-cost games and activities that encourage the development of motor skills, coordination and sensory tolerance in young children. Using materials... (more)
Caged in Chaos: A Dyspraxic Guide to Breaking Free
Written by a teenager with dyspraxia, this is a humorous and inspiring practical guide for young adults with dyspraxia and those around them trying to get to grips with the physical, social and... (more)
How Imitation Boosts Development: In Infancy and Autism Spectrum Disorder
It was Plato who famously stated that 'imitation is dangerous because it stifles creativity, hampers the development of personal identity and disrupts the perception of other people as unique... (more)
Supporting Change in Autism Services: Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice
Supporting Change in Autism Services explores the theoretical and practical dimensions of improving service provision for children, young people and adults with autism. The core aim of the book is to... (more)
Developing Identity, Strengths, and Self-Perception for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder: The Basics College Curriculum
The BASICS College Curriculum presents a hands-on approach to learning essential independence and life skills for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This book helps young adults to explore... (more)
Autism and Appropriate Touch: A Photocopiable Resource for Helping Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum Understand the Complexities of Physical Interaction
This is a practical educational resource to help teach the social rules of touch and personal space to children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder with the aim of keeping them safe and helping... (more)
Attacking Anxiety: A Step-by-Step Guide to an Engaging Approach to Treating Anxiety and Phobias in Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
Drawing on the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), this book sets out a clear, enjoyable, step-by-step approach for addressing the sorts of anxieties, fears and phobias that are so... (more)
A Pony in the Bedroom: A Journey Through Asperger's, Assault, and Healing with Horses
Having grown up with an undiagnosed Autism Spectrum Condition, Susan Dunne had already survived rape, battled eating disorders and self-harm, and spent time homeless when her world was turned upside... (more)
Women and Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Understanding Life Experiences from Early Childhood to Old Age
The difference that being female makes to the diagnosis, life and experiences of a person with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has largely gone unresearched and unreported until recently. In this... (more)
Crime and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Myths and Mechanisms
Having Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can - given certain situational conditions - make individuals more vulnerable to becoming caught up in criminal activity and vulnerable to unfavourable... (more)
Overcoming Anxiety and Depression on the Autism Spectrum: A Self-Help Guide Using CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been shown to be effective for treating mental health problems such as anxiety and depression in individuals both with and without autism spectrum disorders.... (more)
Sisterhood of the Spectrum: An Asperger Chick's Guide to Life
Spectrum gals, ever wished you had a handbook to help navigate the confusing world of teenage girlhood? Look no further! Aspie-in-the-know, Jennifer Cook O'Toole provides just that with her... (more)
Infantile Autism: The Syndrome and its Implications for a Neural Theory of Behavior by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D.
In 1964, the release of Dr Bernard Rimland's book, Infantile Autism, revolutionized the autism field by providing the autism community with much-needed guidance on how to understand and treat... (more)
Independence, Social, and Study Strategies for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder: The Basics College Curriculum
The BASICS College Curriculum presents a hands-on approach to learning essential life and study skills for college students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This book focuses on the transition to... (more)
Helping Adults with Asperger's Syndrome Get and Stay Hired: Career Coaching Strategies for Professionals and Parents of Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Employment expert Barbara Bissonnette provides strategies that professionals and parents need to guide individuals with Asperger's Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) to manageable jobs, and keep... (more)
From Here to Maternity: Pregnancy and Motherhood on the Autism Spectrum
Already the mother of five children, Lana Grant's late diagnosis of autism at age 38 transformed her experience of her sixth pregnancy. Based on her own experiences of the challenges and joys of... (more)
Autism from Diagnostic Pathway to Intervention: Checklists to Support Diagnosis, Analysis for Target-Setting and Effective Intervention Strategies
Complete with four handy checklists, this practical book has been written to help professionals across a range of disciplines assess and diagnose children and young people with an Autism Spectrum... (more)
The Growing Up Book for Boys: What Boys on the Autism Spectrum Need to Know!
The Growing Up Book for Boys explains the facts behind the growth spurts, body changes and mood swings of adolescence for boys aged 9-14 on the autism spectrum. The pre-teen and teenage years are a... (more)
The Growing Up Guide for Girls: What Girls on the Autism Spectrum Need to Know!
The Growing Up Guide for Girls is a one-stop guide for young girls on the autism spectrum explaining all they need to know about puberty and adolescence. The pre-teen and teenage years are a bumpy... (more)
The Essential Manual for Asperger Syndrome (ASD) in the Classroom: What Every Teacher Needs to Know
Perfect for time-poor teachers, Kathy Hoopmann's essential handbook is an easy-to-navigate resource that promotes a positive learning environment in which students with Asperger syndrome (ASD) can... (more)
Autism Spectrum Disorder and De-Escalation Strategies: A Practical Guide to Positive Behavioural Interventions for Children and Young People
This practical guide provides a complete picture of how non-physical and physical interventions can be used to manage behaviour and keep children with autism spectrum disorders or emotional, social... (more)
Understanding Stanley: Looking Through Autism
Understanding Stanley: Looking through Autism is a beautiful, enlightening and groundbreaking book that helps make the invisible, visible. With 64 colour images made over a period of 14 years, this... (more)
Autism Spectrum Disorders
This is a straightforward yet authoritative guide to effective diagnosis and empirically supported treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The book starts by reviewing DSM-5 and ICD-10... (more)
Helping Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Express Their Thoughts and Knowledge in Writing
When it comes to academic work, students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often have the required knowledge but struggle to get their thoughts down in writing. This is a practical guide to... (more)
Evidence-Based Assessment in ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder): What is Available, What is Appropriate and What is 'Fit-For-Purpose'
Advocating for an increased emphasis on evidence-based practice, this book describes and analyses a wide range of available Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessment measures. The author offers... (more)
Sensory Stories for Children and Teens with Special Educational Needs: A Practical Guide
Sensory Stories are short stories of a few lines which are brought to life through a selection of meaningful sensory experiences. They are particularly beneficial for students with Sensory Processing... (more)
The Autism Discussion Page on Anxiety, Behavior, School, and Parenting Strategies: A Toolbox for Helping Children with Autism feel Safe, Accepted, and Competent
Based on posts on the popular online Autism Discussion Page, this book is a toolbox of simple strategies for supporting children with autism spectrum disorders and helping them to feel safe, accepted... (more)
The Autism Discussion Page on the Core Challenges of Autism: A Toolbox for Helping Children with Autism Feel Safe, Accepted, and Competent
Based on posts on the popular online Autism Discussion Page, this book is a toolbox of simple strategies for supporting children with autism spectrum disorders and helping them to feel safe, accepted... (more)