Autism Spectrum Disorders by
Autism Spectrum Disorders: What Every Parent Needs to Know is an invaluable resource for parents and caregivers of children who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Prepared under the editorial direction of 2 distinguished pediatricians who are autism experts--one of whom is also the parent of a son with autism--this book helps you understand how ASDs are defined and diagnosed and provides you with information on the most current types of behavioral and developmental therapies. It also helps parents understand what they can do to help promote a smooth transition from adolescence through the teen years and into adulthood. Topics include * Symptoms, frequency, and types of ASDs * Accessing care * Services in the community * Tapping into educational resources * Behavioral and developmental treatment * The role of complementary and alternative medicine * Screening tools * Adolescence and beyond You’ll also find inspirational and supportive stories from other parents that will help you recognize that you’re not alone on this journey. Autism Spectrum Disorders: What Every Parent Needs to Know provides you with tools to help navigate the sometimes challenging world of autism spectrum disorders.
Autism: What Does It Mean to Me? by
Autism What Does It Mean To Me? by Catherine Faherty has come to seem even more groundbreaking than it did in its first edition, 14 years ago. The format Catherine developed, in which the book is literally co-created by the autistic child (or adult), is still the only one of its kind. It s not because there aren t autism books galore. People purchase books like Catherine s alongside books written by PhDs, researchers and scholars; memoirs written by parents of young children; and, increasingly, autobiographies written by autistic adults. Each of these books has something to teach its reader about autism. But only Catherine s is a collaboration with the child him- or herself. Autism What does it mean to me? is both a book and a collection of worksheets, each page of which offers the chance to explore a particular topic. Like the first edition, each chapter includes both worksheets for the child (or adult) with autism, as well as pages of explanatory material and ideas for further study for the teacher, parent, or professional. New pages include additional pages directed towards older readers. For example, teens exploring how their identity relates to their diagnosis may be interested in the pages titled: The Wording for Me and Autism: Identity First and Person First (p. 20, 21). Pages 28-29 offer additional resources to the parent or professional regarding this language. Pages regarding the importance and meaning of stimming are new, along with pages regarding Self-Injurious Behavior, tics, emotional pain, empathy, and many, many more. In the section regarding Friends, Catherine includes what she s learned from adults and teens regarding the importance of internet friendships as a vital and sustaining force in many otherwise isolated lives. She s also added new information regarding the dangers that may be associated with meeting people online, and practical tips regarding protecting one's personal safety. The new edition also includes two brand new elements: Happiness: An entirely new chapter dedicated to the topic of happiness, based in Catherine's reading of positive psychology researchers and integrating this research into her professional practice. This chapter provides practical, concrete language and suggestions regarding such topics as: Forgiveness, Appreciation and Gratitude, Acceptance, Courage, Kindness. Its inclusion is a stinging reminder of how rarely we read about these qualities in the standard autism curriculum. New practitioners are drilled in behavioral treatment strategies, but too often happiness is considered too elusive a goal. We learn to strive only for elimination of undesirable behaviors, forgetting that, like everyone, a person with autism must learn to be happy: with themselves, in their life. Art: The artwork of Jade McWilliams does more than offer an illustration to each chapter. Her artwork takes Catherine s ideas and transforms them into pictures accessible to anyone, regardless of their ability with written language. Much of the original artwork by Maria White and Thomas Johnson remains, along with the comments, observations, and insights by Dave Spicer and John Engle; but Jade s artwork adds a new and modern dimension to this edition."
10 Days to a Less Defiant Child, Second Edition by
Occasional clashes between parents and children are not uncommon, but when defiant behavior-including tantrums, resistance to chores, and negativity-becomes chronic, it causes big problems within the family. In 10 Days to a Less Defiant Child, family and child psychologist Dr. Jeffrey Bernstein shares a groundbreaking ten-day program to help parents understand their child's behavior and regain control of their household.In this updated edition, parents will learn how to face new challenges, including defiance resulting from excessive technology use (even to the point of addiction) and the stress of modern family life. Dr. Bernstein explains what causes defiance in kids and why it's so destructive to the family, then offers parents a step-by-step guide on how to reduce conflict and end upsetting behaviors.
Freedom from Meltdowns by
Daily meltdowns and tantrums are one of the biggest challenges of life with autism and related disorders they have a devastating impact on children with autism and their whole families. Now there's a book with all the expert advice front-line professionals and parents need to understand meltdowns, stop them before they start, and improve quality of life for entire families. Travis Thompson, the voice of authority on autism and behavior, channels his 40 years of experience working with children and families into a long-awaited how-to guide that helps readers understand how other disorders and health conditions such as anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, ADHD, and mental health problems contribute to meltdowns in children with autismpinpoint events that trigger a meltdown and prevent those triggers from escalatinguse Functional Behavioral Assessment to uncover behavior patterns and develop effective intervention plansimprove communication skills so children can find positive ways to express themselves and get their needs metcreate physical environments that facilitate learning and reduce distraction and confusionwork sensitively with families from diverse cultural backgroundsdiscover specific ways to prevent meltdowns in school and other public settingsget insight into why children self-injure and what can be done to help them stop Clear and practical enough to pick up and use right away, this book is filled with simple tips and strategies that really work, anecdotes from the author's extensive personal experience, and case studies that illustrate constructive and unconstructive ways to deal with familiar behavior issues. This eye-opening, problem-solving guide puts freedom from meltdowns within reach for everyone who works with or cares for a child with autism and puts children on the path to success in school, at home, and in the community. "
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Robin Lacagnina, MLS
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