Our list of titles on autism and Asperger's Syndrome is now amongst the foremost in the world, and our books are published for people with autism and Asperger Syndrome themselves, as well as for their families, carers, and the people that work with them. We place a strong emphasis on the voice of the individual.
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If a child is not meeting expected milestones it can be a source of great anxiety for parents and teachers. This forthright guide offers practical advice on how to recognize the signs of developmental delay, address difficulties effectively, and help the child to flourish. more »
December 2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-022-7, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Asperger syndrome, child development, child psychology, children, communication, counselling, dance and movement therapy, disability, dyslexia, dyspraxia, early intervention, education, educational psychology, families, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, mainstream education, nonverbal learning disabilities, occupational therapy, parenting, pervasive developmental disorder, psychology, sensory issues, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy
"Your child has autism" - four small words with the power to leave parents feeling helpless, overwhelmed and confused. This concise, no-nonsense book will enable parents to regain control of the situation and take the first practical steps towards a calm and happy life with their newly-diagnosed child. more »
December 2010, Paperback: £9.99/ $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-841-4, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 128pp
Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, biomedical intervention, child psychology, children, early intervention, families, music therapy, occupational therapy, parenting, sensory issues, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy
What is it like to grow up with a sibling on the autism spectrum? What kind of relationship do such siblings have? How does that relationship change as the siblings get older?
In this moving collection of beautifully-written personal accounts, siblings from a variety of backgrounds, and in different circumstances, share their experiences of growing up with a brother or sister with autism.... more »
December 2010, Paperback: £13.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-831-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 240pp
Keywords: autism, autobiography, memoirs
Young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) often feel uncomfortable and anxious in social situations, but socializing with classmates and colleagues can be made easier – and enjoyable – with “Guiding Toward Growth” group sessions. more »
December 2010, Paperback: £14.99/ $22.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-834-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: ADD, ADHD, adolescence, adults, anxiety, Asperger syndrome, autism, careers, child development, child psychology, children, communication, community care, counselling, depression, disability, education, educational psychology, emotions, employment, families, high functioning autism, mainstream education, mental health, occupational therapy, pastoral care, pervasive developmental disorder, play, PSHE, psychology, relationships, resilience, self esteem, sensory issues, social care, social skills, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy, teenagers, transitions, youthwork
Growing up with a parent on the autistic spectrum can be difficult, and children may often feel confused and worried by the fact that their parent is so different to others. This positive book takes an honest look at how Asperger Syndrome can affect a family when a parent is on the spectrum, and reassures young people that it's ok to have a mum or dad who is different. more »
December 2010, Paperback: £11.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-114-9, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 144pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, children, counselling, families, parenting, pastoral care, psychology, relationships, self esteem, social care
Making friends can be a challenge for all children, but those with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) can struggle more than most. This collection of ten fully illustrated stories explores friendship issues encountered by children with ASD aged four to eight and looks at how they can be overcome successfully. more »
November 2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-145-3, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 144pp
Keywords: anger management, anxiety, applied behaviour analysis, Asperger syndrome, autism, bullying, challenging behaviour, child development, child psychology, children, communication, education, educational psychology, emotions, families, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, parenting, personal hygiene, pervasive developmental disorder, play, relationships, resilience, self esteem, social skills, social stories, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy
Children with pervasive developmental disorders often do not learn from conventional methods, which can result in social isolation, behavior problems, limitations in communication, and slow academic growth. Greater integration into home and school activities, improved behavior and academic success can be achieved using alternative-augmentative communication (AAC), and this book explains... more »
November 2010, Paperback: £13.99/ $21.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-837-7, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 144pp
Keywords: augmentative communication, autism, carers, challenging behaviour, communication, education, educational psychology, educational training, families, intellectual disabilities, occupational therapy, parenting, pervasive developmental disorder, sensory stimulation, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy
Leaving home and moving to college or university can be a daunting experience. In this easy-to-use book, Rosemary Martin provides guidance and invaluable advice for students on the autism spectrum as they plan for and settle into college life. more »
November 2010, Paperback: £9.99/ $17.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-140-8, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 176pp
Keywords: anger management, anxiety, Asperger syndrome, autism, careers, counselling, depression, disability, education, educational psychology, emotions, families, high functioning autism, mental health, nonverbal learning disabilities, occupational therapy, parenting, pastoral care, personal hygiene, psychology, relationships, resilience, self esteem, sensory issues, sex education, sexuality, social care, social skills, special education, teenagers, transitions
Can you imagine not being able to recognize the faces of your closest friends and family if they changed their hairstyle, wore glasses, or perhaps put on a hat?
Prosopagnosia is a severe face recognition deficit which is thought to impact two percent of the population. It can be found among children on the autism spectrum as well as others, and yet little has been done to inform parents,... more »
November 2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-802-5, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 144pp
Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, child development, disability, education, nonverbal learning disabilities, parenting, sensory issues, special education
Over 80 predominantly genetic conditions have now been reported in people who have also been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Many of these have specific implications for treatment, management, and intervention, which if not identified, can result in a sub-optimal level of care, complications, or even permanent damage. more »
November 2010, Hardback: £75.00/ $125.00
ISBN: 978-1-84310-976-1, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 656pp
Keyword: autism
Living with ADD/ADHD can be hectic, and parenting a child with this disorder can feel like an uphill struggle when even the simplest of tasks causes havoc. This book addresses the issues of organization and time management in relation to ADD/ADHD, suggesting practical ways of organizing your child's day and turning chaos into calm. more »
October 2010, Paperback: £9.99/ $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-839-1, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 128pp
Keywords: ADD, ADHD, adolescence, adoption, anger management, anxiety, challenging behaviour, child psychology, children, counselling, emotions, families, fostering, occupational therapy, parenting, play, psychology, self esteem, youthwork
Intensive Interaction is an extremely effective approach for communicating and developing emotional engagement with difficult-to-reach individuals. This easy-to-use guide steers those who wish to use Intensive Interaction through its practical application, showing how positive results can be achieved by everyone. more »
October 2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $21.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-109-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 160pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, augmentative communication, autism, carers, cerebral palsy, challenging behaviour, children, communication, community care, counselling, disability, educational training, families, intellectual disabilities, occupational therapy, pastoral care, pervasive developmental disorder, psychology, relationships, residential care, sensory issues, sensory stimulation, social care, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy
Having an array of effective strategies at your fingertips and understanding exactly why they work makes supporting children with Asperger Syndrome in the classroom a whole lot easier. This accessible, short and snappy guide to the basics will provide busy teachers and teaching assistants with everything they need to know to make their job easier, and to make a real difference to any student... more »
October 2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-156-9, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 176pp
Keywords: ADD, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, applied behaviour analysis, Asperger syndrome, augmentative communication, autism, bullying, challenging behaviour, child development, child protection, child psychology, children, cognitive behavioural therapy, communication, counselling, disability, educational training, emotions, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, mainstream education, nonverbal learning disabilities, occupational therapy, pastoral care, pervasive developmental disorder, resilience, school phobia, self esteem, sensory issues, social skills, social stories, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy, youthwork
Mainstream teachers are often unsure how to adapt their regular teaching practices to support Special Educational Needs in the classroom most effectively. This useful guide provides teachers with all they need to know about teaching special needs students in a mainstream context and demonstrates how their existing skills can be used to create an inclusive environment for all students. more »
September 2010, Paperback: £15.99/ $25.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-057-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 256pp
Keywords: ADD, ADHD, adolescence, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, disability, dyslexia, dyspraxia, education, educational psychology, educational training, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, mainstream education, special education, teenagers
Communication and intimacy can feel like a constant struggle in relationships where one partner has Asperger Syndrome (AS). For the neuro-typical partner (NT) in particular, this can be an endless source of frustration, misunderstandings, and tears. more »
September 2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-130-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, counselling, relationships
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