Autism and Neurodiversity
JKP is the leading publisher in autism and related conditions, publishing authoritative and practical books for professionals, parents, children, and anyone whose life is touched by autism. Our books cover a range of topics including communication and development, relationships and social skills, teaching and assessment, parenting strategies and overcoming depression and anxiety.
Bestselling authors include Tony Attwood, Jennifer Cook O’Toole, Carol Gray, Luke Jackson and Donna Williams.
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The Adolescent with Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD)
Amanda Kirby
Kirby addresses the main difficulties encountered by adolescents with DCD, including building relationships and coping with secondary school. She provides practical ideas on how individuals can tackle these difficulties, making this book an essential resource for adolescents with DCD, as well as parents, teachers and health professionals. Learn More2003, Paperback / softback, 9.21in x 6.22in / 234mm x 158mm, 144pp, AU$32.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-178-92003, Ebook, PDF, 160pp, AU$32.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-031-3 -
Touch and Go Joe
An Adolescent's Experience of OCD
Joe Wells
As many as 2 in every 100 people suffer from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and 16-year-old Joe Wells is one of them. Here, he tells the story of his battle with OCD from its insidious beginnings at age 9 and increasingly intrusive symptoms, to diagnosis at age 12. This book is packed with advice and coping strategies. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 8.54in x 5.51in / 217mm x 140mm, 128pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-391-22006, Ebook, ePUB, 128pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-489-2 -
Breaking Free from OCD
A CBT Guide for Young People and Their Families
Jo Derisley, Isobel Heyman, Sarah Robinson and Cynthia Turner
This step-by-step guide is written for adolescents with OCD and their families. Using the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy, which is the proven method for helping those with OCD, it offers teenagers a structured plan of treatment which can be read alone, or with a parent, counsellor or mental health worker. Learn More2008, Paperback / softback, 9.72in x 6.97in / 247mm x 177mm, 224pp, AU$38.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-574-92008, Ebook, ePUB, 224pp, AU$38.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-799-2 -
Can I tell you about ADHD?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Susan Yarney, illustrated by Chris Martin
Ben invites readers to learn about ADHD from his perspective. He describes what it is and how it feels to have ADHD. Ben explains what he has learnt about ways to relieve his ADHD symptoms, and how friends and adults can help at home and school. An ideal guide for children and families, as well as professionals working with ADHD children. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.34in / 232mm x 161mm, 64pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-359-42013, Ebook, ePUB, 64pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-708-7 -
Succeeding as a Student in the STEM Fields with an Invisible Disability
A College Handbook for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Students with Autism, ADD, Affective Disorders, or Learning Difficulties and their Families
Christy Oslund
The STEM fields attract many students with autism and related disabilities who are highly intelligent, but who, upon entering higher education, may find that they struggle with independent living and a different way of learning. Full of practical advice, this is a useful handbook that students and parents can refer to throughout the college years. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.98in / 228mm x 152mm, 160pp, AU$34.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-947-32013, Ebook, ePUB, 160pp, AU$34.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-817-6 -
Can I tell you about OCD?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Amita Jassi, illustrated by Sarah Hull
Katie invites readers to learn about OCD from her perspective, helping them to understand what it is and how her obsessions and compulsions affect her daily life. This is an ideal, illustrated introduction to OCD for both young people and older readers. It shows family, friends and teachers how they can support someone with the condition. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.42in / 230mm x 163mm, 48pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-381-52013, Ebook, ePUB, 48pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-736-0 -
Can I tell you about Dyspraxia?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Maureen Boon, illustrated by Imogen Hallam
Marco invites readers to learn about dyspraxia from his perspective, helping them to understand what it is and what it feels like when he sometimes struggles to control his movement and co-ordination. He talks about the challenges of having dyspraxia, letting readers know how he can be helped and supported by friends and family at school and home. Learn More2014, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.22in / 230mm x 158mm, 56pp, AU$19.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-447-82014, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, AU$19.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-824-4 -
Caged in Chaos
A Dyspraxic Guide to Breaking Free Updated Edition
Victoria Biggs, illustrated by Sharon Tsang
Written by a teenager with dyspraxia, this practical guide helps young adults with dyspraxia and those around them get to grips with the social, physical and psychological chaos caused by developmental co-ordination disorders. The new edition of this award-winning book includes an update from the author on how dyspraxia affects her now as an adult. Learn More2014, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 5.98in / 230mm x 152mm, 216pp, AU$35.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-474-42014, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, AU$35.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-873-2 -
Can I tell you about Sensory Processing Difficulties?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Sue Allen, illustrated by Mike Medaglia
Harry explains what happens when the sensory information that we all process throughout the day does not transmit smoothly and leads to challenges in learning, movement or behaviour. He talks about how he can be helped at home and at school and the different types of sensory processing challenges that other children can face. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 5.91in / 226mm x 150mm, 56pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-640-32015, Ebook, ePUB, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-137-2 -
Selective Mutism In Our Own Words
Experiences in Childhood and Adulthood
Carl Sutton and Cheryl Forrester. Foreword by Donna Williams
For the first time, people with Selective Mutism (SM) share their personal experiences of the condition, shedding light on how it affects everyday life and activities at home, school and in relationships. Young people and adults describe how they cope with SM and its associated difficulties, providing insights into this misunderstood condition. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.66in x 6.57in / 220mm x 167mm, 272pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-636-62015, Ebook, ePUB, 272pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-114-3
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