Asperger Syndrome, Autism and other Syndromes
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.
Sort: publication date | titles A - Z
Page: | 1 |
Sexuality and Severe Autism
A Practical Guide for Parents, Caregivers and Health Educators
Sexual health and sexuality can be difficult subjects for parents and caregivers to broach with autistic children, made more challenging when children are at the severe end of the autism spectrum. Some parents may even question the validity of teaching sexuality to those who are severely autistic. more »
September 2013, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-327-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, autism, challenging behaviour, children, education, health care, intellectual disabilities, life skills, pervasive developmental disorder, relationships, residential care, sensory issues, sensory stimulation, sex education, sexual abuse, sexuality, special education
I am Special
A Workbook to Help Children, Teens and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders to Understand Their Diagnosis, Gain Confidence and Thrive
2nd edition
I am Special is a programme for helping children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum to understand themselves and their diagnosis, gain confidence and thrive. Specially-designed worksheets, included on a CD in a handy printable format, are completed to build up a unique and personal book about the individual and promote self-understanding. more »
2013, Paperback: £19.16 + VAT = £22.99/ $36.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-266-5, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 256pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, carers, child psychology, children, education, educational psychology, families, high functioning autism, pervasive developmental disorder, psychology, special education, teenagers
Autism All-Stars
How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Traits to Shine in Life
Contributors from across the world share their experiences of creating a successful life on the autism spectrum. The positive and inspiring voices in this book explain how it is possible to draw on autistic strengths not just to make your way in the world, overcoming challenges and obstacles, but also to make your life a real success. more »
2011, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-188-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, autobiography, creativity, depression, education, employment, giftedness, high functioning autism, memoirs, mental health, relationships, self esteem
It's Raining Cats and Dogs
An Autism Spectrum Guide to the Confusing World of Idioms, Metaphors and Everyday Expressions
This book features 72 witty drawings illustrating how people on the autism spectrum interpret figurative language. It will inspire and give confidence to those on the spectrum to recognise figures of speech, feel less alienated and even use idioms themselves. more »
2011, Hardback: £9.99/ $15.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-283-2, 160mm x 180mm / 6.25in x 7in, 96pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, communication, education, speech and language therapy
Social Enjoyment Groups for Children, Teens and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Guiding Toward Growth
Merges' program is based on the concept that there are 10 hurdles that make it challenging for people with ASD to enjoy social interaction. This book guides the reader through planning, running, and assessing group sessions designed to help participants overcome these hurdles, and ultimately enjoy more independent and fulfilling lives. more »
2010, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95ISBN: 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
The Adolescent and Adult Neuro-diversity Handbook
Asperger Syndrome, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Related Conditions
This is a handy first-reference point guide to the full range of developmental conditions as they affect adolescents and adults. A wide range of conditions are covered, including Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, OCD, Tourette's and Anxiety Disorders. more »
2009, Paperback: £13.99/ $22.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-980-8, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 192pp
Keywords: ADHD, adolescence, adults, anxiety, Asperger syndrome, autism, careers, counselling, developmental coordination disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, education, employment, health care, high functioning autism, intellectual disabilities, mental health, obsessive compulsive disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, social care, social work, teenagers, tourettes
Providing Practical Support for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Supported Living in the Community
This book unravels some common misunderstandings between people with autism spectrum disorders and providers of support services, and offers practical advice on how to ensure that the needs of people with ASD are catered for effectively. Edwards emphasises the importance of understanding ASD so that services can meet a person's needs effectively. more »
2008, Paperback: £15.99/ $25.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-577-0, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, education, employment, high functioning autism, parenting, relationships, supported living, transitions
Autism, Discrimination and the Law
A Quick Guide for Parents, Educators and Employers
Autism, Discrimination and the Law outlines how the legal requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 might be met for students and employees with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). The main part of the book is devoted to case studies from further education and employment demonstrating how reasonable adjustments can be made successfully. more »
2008, Paperback: £19.99/ $31.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-627-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 144pp
Keywords: adults, advocacy, Asperger syndrome, autism, disability law, education, employment, higher education policy, occupational therapy, social work, special education
The Autism Spectrum and Further Education
A Guide to Good Practice
Breakey provides practical advice on teaching young adults successfully, emphasising the development of resources and skills for use specifically in FE colleges. She offers strategies for communicating effectively, helping students to manage transition, and understanding and minimising the causes of ASC behaviours. more »
2006, Paperback: £19.99/ $31.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-382-0, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, counselling, education, higher education policy, transitions
Survival Strategies for People on the Autism Spectrum
Fleisher's self-help guide for autistic teenagers and adults will help readers improve their quality of life and overcome many everyday challenges, through the development of independent living skills, building a more varied and fulfilling social life, or mastering a course in higher education and broadening their opportunities for the future. more »
2005, Paperback: £13.99/ $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-261-8, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 200pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, children, education, employment, relationships, social skills
Succeeding in College with Asperger Syndrome
A student guide
This guide provides information to help students with AS prepare successfully for the rites and rituals of studying, interact with staff and fellow students, cope with expectations and pressures, and understand their academic and domestic responsibilities. The authors draw on first hand interviews with AS students and direct clinical experience. more »
2003, Paperback: £14.99/ $22.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-201-4, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 272pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, counselling, education, occupational therapy, special education
Page: | 1 |
Keywords
category:
- Asperger Syndrome, Autism and other Syndromes
plus these keywords:
Choose combinations of keywords to personalise your list of books
(11 titles match the current selection)
- ADD,
- addiction,
- ADHD,
- adolescence,
- adoption,
- adult protection,
- advocacy,
- alcohol,
- alexithymia,
- alternative therapies,
- anger management,
- anxiety,
- applied behaviour analysis,
- art therapy,
- arts therapies,
- Asperger syndrome,
- attachment,
- augmentative communication,
- autism,
- autobiography,
- bereavement,
- biomedical intervention,
- bipolar disorder,
- bodywork,
- brain injury,
- bulimia,
- bullying,
- careers,
- carers,
- cerebral palsy,
- challenging behaviour,
- child development,
- child protection,
- child psychiatry,
- child psychology,
- children,
- children's rights,
- Chinese medicine,
- cognitive behavioural therapy,
- communication,
- community care,
- complementary therapies,
- constipation,
- counselling,
- creative therapies,
- creative writing as therapy,
- creativity,
- dance and movement therapy,
- death,
- dementia,
- depression,
- developmental coordination disorder,
- diet,
- disability,
- disability law,
- Down's syndrome,
- dramatherapy,
- drugs,
- dyslexia,
- dyspraxia,
- early intervention,
- Early Years Foundation Stage,
- eating disorders,
- educational psychology,
- educational training,
- emotions,
- employment,
- encopresis,
- energy work,
- epilepsy,
- expressive therapies,
- families,
- fiction,
- forensic psychiatry,
- fostering,
- further education,
- gifted and talented,
- giftedness,
- grief,
- health care,
- high functioning autism,
- higher education,
- higher education policy,
- homeschooling,
- housing,
- hyperlexia,
- hypnotherapy,
- inclusive classroom,
- intellectual disabilities,
- interdisciplinary arts therapies,
- Key Stage 1,
- Key Stage 2,
- Key Stage 3,
- Key Stage 4,
- life skills,
- literacy,
- mainstream education,
- mantras,
- massage,
- memoirs,
- mental health,
- mental illness,
- messy play,
- mindfulness,
- movement,
- music therapy,
- nonverbal learning disabilities,
- nursing,
- obsessive compulsive disorder,
- occupational therapy,
- offenders,
- older people,
- palliative care,
- paranormal psychology,
- parenting,
- pastoral care,
- person-centred,
- personal hygiene,
- pervasive developmental disorder,
- play,
- play therapy,
- poetry,
- practical theology,
- probation,
- PSHE,
- psychiatry,
- psychoanalysis,
- psychology,
- psychotherapy,
- Qi,
- qigong,
- reference,
- relationships,
- religious education,
- residential care,
- resilience,
- risk assessment,
- savants,
- school phobia,
- SEAL,
- seizures,
- self esteem,
- self harm,
- sensory issues,
- sensory stimulation,
- sex education,
- sexual abuse,
- sexuality,
- sleep,
- social care,
- social policy,
- social skills,
- social stories,
- social work,
- social work law,
- special education,
- speech and language pathology,
- speech and language therapy,
- spirituality,
- storymaking,
- substance abuse,
- suicide,
- supported living,
- teenagers,
- theatre,
- theology,
- tics,
- tourettes,
- transitions,
- trauma,
- tuina,
- violence,
- yoga,
- youthwork
