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This useful handbook provides university faculty and staff with an overview of invisible disabilities, such as autism, AD/HD, dyslexia, OCD and affective disorders, and facilitates an understanding of the unique needs of these students. Practical chapters provide ideas for adapting teaching methods and offering accommodations. more »
November 2013, Paperback: £18.99/ $26.95Keywords: ADD, ADHD, adults, anxiety, Asperger syndrome, autism, bipolar disorder, careers, disability, dyslexia, education, further education, high functioning autism, higher education, higher education policy, inclusive classroom, mental health, mental illness, nonverbal learning disabilities, obsessive compulsive disorder, transitions
This book presents 32 original learning sessions to develop learning skills, self-awareness and awareness of others, explore representation, language and literacy, cooperation and teamwork. Each session includes worksheets, learning aims and suggestions for differentiation and extension appropriate for a variety of settings and abilities. more »
July 2013, Paperback: £37.55 + VAT = £39.99/ $69.95Keywords: adults, autism, communication, disability, education, further education, inclusive classroom, intellectual disabilities, life skills, literacy, occupational therapy, person-centred, residential care, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy, supported living, teenagers
Writing from an insider's perspective and an autism professional, Gerland offers original explanations of the characteristics of autism, showing how to discover the root cause of behaviours that are challenging, not just how to manage them superficially. She explains how to overcome common pitfalls to build more effective working relationships. more »
2012, Paperback: £19.99/ $29.95Keywords: adults, anxiety, Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, child development, children, communication, counselling, developmental coordination disorder, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, life skills, mainstream education, mental health, occupational therapy, person-centred, personal hygiene, psychology, self esteem, sensory issues, social skills, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy, transitions
Using the acronym S.C.A.R.E.D, this guide offers strategies and techniques that will be valuable to anyone in a first response position. The authors have created a training programme to explain the autistic experience and mindset, and guide the interventions of first responders to autistic individuals in crisis. more »
2009, Paperback: £9.99/ $14.95Keywords: adults, anger management, challenging behaviour, children, communication, inclusive classroom, mental health, occupational therapy, parenting, special education, speech and language therapy
This resource provides practical strategies for helping teenagers and adults with Asperger Syndrome to navigate social skills, friendships and relationships at home and in the community. The chapters are structured around real-life scenarios and the challenges they present, followed by step-by-step solutions and suggestions. more »
2008, Paperback: £13.99/ $19.95Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, employment, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, relationships, social skills, social stories, special education, supported living
This book offers a six-step approach to developing a programme to help children cope with sensory input they find overwhelming, and to identify activities they find relaxing or rewarding. Larkey gives over 30 activities using touch, sound, taste, vision and movement, and gives advice on how to use them to improve children's communication skills. more »
2006, Paperback: £19.99/ $31.95Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, communication, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, sensory issues, special education
This is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome. It brings together information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults. Drawing on case studies from Attwood's extensive clinical experience, and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is authoritative and extremely accessible. more »
2006, Hardback: £35.00/ $39.95Keywords: ADD, ADHD, adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, child psychology, children, educational psychology, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, parenting, special education, speech and language therapy, tics, tourettes
This training program assesses ASD students' strengths, abilities, fears and challenges and helps them acquire the skills necessary for a smooth transition from school to employment. It is packed with lesson plans, implementation procedures, interactive activities and photocopiable worksheets, and the course can be taught over one or three years. more »
2006, Paperback: £29.99/ $56.95Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, educational psychology, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, special education, transitions
Bogdashina attempts to define the role of sensory perceptual problems in autism identified by autistic individuals themselves. She singles out possible patterns of sensory experiences in autism and the cognitive differences caused by them. The final chapters are devoted to assessment and intervention. more »
2003, Paperback: £14.95/ $24.95Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, children, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, psychology, sensory issues, sensory stimulation, special education
This book contains over 200 enjoyable and stimulating activities and exercises ranging over the entire gamut of social and emotional development, and is applicable to anyone, regardless of diagnosis, but will be particularly valuable for those on the autism spectrum. A free companion website provides further information and support. more »
2002, Paperback: £22.99/ $34.95Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, educational psychology, inclusive classroom, nonverbal learning disabilities, social skills, special education
The aim of this workbook is to help young people explore the lives and experiences of visually impaired people and to gain an insight into the discrimination they face. The workbook draws heavily on interviews and case studies of visually impaired young people and adults with different lifestyles and experiences. more »
1997, Paperback: £25.00/ $39.95Keywords: adults, children, disability, families, inclusive classroom, pastoral care
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