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How to live with autism and asperger syndrome : practical strategies for parents and professionals /

This accessible and valuable introduction to caring for a child with autism is an ideal resource for teachers and members of a child with autism's immediate and extended family. In clear and simple language, with many illustrations, the authors tackle common problems experienced in everyday rou...

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Main Author: Williams, Chris, 1955-
Other Authors: Wright, Barry, Young, Olive
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2004.
Subjects:
Autism in children.
Asperger's syndrome.
Autistic Disorder
Asperger Syndrome
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Online Access: Full text (MFA users only)
ISBN:1423710339
9781423710332
9781843101840
184310184X
1846420822
9781846420825
1280262214
9781280262210
9786610262212
6610262217
Local Note:ProQuest Ebook Central
Table of Contents:
  • Does my child have autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
  • 1. First worries
  • 2. Assessment
  • 3. Emotional impact on the family
  • How do children with autism spectrum disorders view the world?
  • 4. Mindblindness
  • 5. Getting the gist
  • 6. Sensory interests
  • Imagination, memory, time perception and planning
  • 8. Language and communication
  • How can we help?
  • Managing behaviour
  • 10. Developing social skills
  • 11. Developing communication skills
  • 12. Tantrums, aggression and frustration
  • 13. Feeding
  • 14. Toileting
  • 15. Soiling
  • 16. Sleeping
  • 17. Preoccupations
  • 18. Compulsions, routines and rituals
  • Mannerisms and repetitive movements
  • 20. Other interventions
  • Final thoughts.

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