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2005, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
ISBN: 978-1-84310-399-8, BIC 2: MMZ
Phoebe Caldwell's remarkable new book makes accessible for the first time the complex, intricate inner and sensory worlds of people whose learning disabilities are combined with autistic spectrum disorder and, often, difficult-to-manage behaviour. Based on many years of working with such people, many of whom have withdrawn into a world of their own, she explores the different sensory reality they experience, showing it to be infinitely more complex and varied than is widely understood. She introduces a practical approach known as Intensive Interaction, which uses the body language of such people - who have hitherto largely been regarded as unreachable - to get in touch with them, giving them a way of expressing themselves which shifts their attention from solitary self-stimulation to shared activity. The outcome is not only a marked improvement in behaviour and ability to communicate but, more important, many parents will say 'they are just much happier'.
Covering not only the practical aspects of introducing this technique, but also the thinking behind it, this landmark book has much to say on behalf of a group that has in the past largely been denied a voice, and will open new avenues for both practice and research. It will be invaluable for parents, carers, and all who work with this group.
Congratulations to author Phoebe Caldwell on winning the Times/Sternberg Award 2009 for her work with people with autism. The award celebrates the achievements of people aged 70 or over who have done most for society and good causes in their older age.
Phoebe, who was nominated by another of JKP's authors, M. Suzanne Zeedyk, will collect her well deserved award from 10 Downing Street along with the runners up.
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Click here to read a fantastic article by Phoebe Caldwell featured in The Times. Phoebe writes about her work with children with autism and Intensive Interaction.
Phoebe Caldwell
With Jane Horwood
Phoebe Caldwell
Using Intensive Interaction and Sensory Integration: A Handbook for Those who Support People with Severe Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Phoebe Caldwell
With Jane Horwood
