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Dietary Interventions in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Why They Work When They Do, Why They Don't When They Don't
Kenneth J. Aitken
The author explores dietary approaches that have been advocated in ASD. For each approach, he explores the potential benefits; evidence for and against the diet; and sources of further information. He describes his own approach, the Simple Restriction Diet (SRD) explaining how to implement it and work out whether a dietary approach is of benefit. Learn More2008, Hardback, 9.49in x 6.46in / 241mm x 164mm, 272pp, AU$44.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-939-62008, Ebook, ePUB, 272pp, AU$44.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-860-9 -
The Girl Who Spoke with Pictures
Autism Through Art
Eileen Miller, illustrated by Kim Miller
For many years Eileen Miller's daughter, Kim, was unable to verbalize her experiences and emotions, but she was able to communicate using a less conventional language: her art. The Girl who Spoke with Pictures tells the story of a young woman with autism, and how her enlightening drawings enabled her to share her view of the world. Learn More2008, Hardback, 10.12in x 7.01in / 257mm x 178mm, 208pp, AU$47.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-889-42008, Ebook, PDF, 208pp, AU$47.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-841-8 -
Can the World Afford Autistic Spectrum Disorder?
Nonverbal Communication, Asperger Syndrome and the Interbrain
Digby Tantam
Tantam explores current theories on nonverbal communication and how it shapes social behaviour, and the evidence for it being impaired in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). He shows how knowledge of this difference can be used to overcome some of the impairments in nonverbal communication in people with ASD. Learn More2009, Hardback, 9.45in x 6.42in / 240mm x 163mm, 256pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-694-42009, Ebook, ePUB, 256pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-936-1 -
Living Sensationally
Understanding Your Senses
Winnie Dunn
The book explains how people's individual sensory patterns affect the way we react to everything that happens to us throughout the day. Readers can use the questionnaire to find their own patterns and the patterns of those around them, and can benefit from practical sensory ideas for individuals, families and businesses. Learn More2007, Hardback, 9.45in x 6.50in / 240mm x 165mm, 216pp, AU$76.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-871-92009, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.10in / 230mm x 155mm, 216pp, AU$35.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-915-02007, Ebook, ePUB, 216pp, AU$35.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-733-6 -
Help your Child or Teen Get Back On Track
What Parents and Professionals Can Do for Childhood Emotional and Behavioral Problems
Kenneth H. Talan MD
This book offers self-help interventions and a wide-ranging, practical discussion of the types of professional help available for a child with emotional and behavioural problems as well as guidance and ideas to help parents distinguish between normal disruption and that which warrants professional treatment. Learn More2007, Hardback, 9.92in x 7.09in / 252mm x 180mm, 288pp, AU$72.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-870-22009, Paperback / softback, 9.29in x 6.14in / 236mm x 156mm, 352pp, AU$46.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-914-32007, Ebook, ePUB, 288pp, AU$46.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-743-5 -
Autism and its Medical Management
A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Michael G. Chez MD
The book explains the medical aspects of autism and how parents and professionals can use current medical knowledge to understand how to address the medical aspects of autism. Bridging the communication gap between medical professionals and parents, this book offers accessible explanations of medical terminology and treatment relevant to ASDs. Learn More2008, Hardback, 10.00in x 7.13in / 254mm x 181mm, 224pp, AU$69.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-834-42009, Paperback / softback, 9.76in x 7.20in / 248mm x 183mm, 224pp, AU$41.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-817-92008, Ebook, PDF, 224pp, AU$41.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-794-7 -
Hope for the Autism Spectrum
A Mother and Son Journey of Insight and Biomedical Intervention
Sally Kirk
When Sally Kirk's son, Will, was diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, she did everything she could to understand his condition and to find ways of improving his life. Here, she shares the story of her journey and how her discovery of biomedical interventions significantly improved his behaviour and changed their lives for the better. Learn More2008, Hardback, 9.69in x 6.89in / 246mm x 175mm, 432pp, AU$79.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-894-82010, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.02in / 228mm x 153mm, 432pp, AU$49.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-824-7 -
Alphabet Kids - From ADD to Zellweger Syndrome
A Guide to Developmental, Neurobiological and Psychological Disorders for Parents and Professionals
Robbie Woliver
This book is aimed at parents and professionals and covers 70 childhood disorders, providing information on the causes, signs and symptoms, cures, treatments and prognosis. There are also case studies of particular disorders.'
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Learn More2008, Hardback, 9.69in x 7.05in / 246mm x 179mm, 480pp, AU$85.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-880-12010, Paperback / softback, 9.49in x 7.09in / 241mm x 180mm, 480pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-822-3 -
Kevin Thinks
...about Outer Space, Confusing Expressions and the Perfectly Logical World of Asperger Syndrome
Gail Watts
Kevin Thinks is the story of a boy with Asperger Syndrome who sees the world a little...differently! His quirky observations will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with AS, from his special interest in outer space and his aversion to itchy clothes, to his tendency to say exactly what he thinks, regardless of the consequences. Learn More2012, Hardback, 8.66in x 8.46in / 220mm x 215mm, 32pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-292-42012, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-615-8 -
An Exceptional Children's Guide to Touch
Teaching Social and Physical Boundaries to Kids
Hunter Manasco, illustrated by Katharine Manasco
The rules of physical contact can be tricky to grasp. This friendly picture book explains in simple terms how to tell the difference between acceptable and inappropriate touch, helping children with special needs stay safe. Each story covers a different type of touch and will help children understand how boundaries change depending on the context. Learn More2012, Hardback, 9.96in x 5.39in / 253mm x 137mm, 72pp, AU$28.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-871-12012, Ebook, ePUB, 72pp, AU$28.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-659-2
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