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Share the Care'
An Evaluation of a Family-Based Respite Care Service
Kirsten Stalker
Share the Care' examines the different ways in which respite care schemes operate, focusing in particular on the Share-the-Care service in Lothian and the experience of parents of children with learning difficulties of using the scheme, respite carers, families facing an extended wait for respite and families who withdraw from the scheme. Learn More1994, Hardback, 8.50in x 5.51in / 216mm x 140mm, 160pp, CA$53.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-038-4 -
Children, Youth and Adults with Asperger Syndrome
Integrating Multiple Perspectives
Edited by Kevin P. Stoddart
This book offers a comprehensive overview of clinical, research and personal perspectives on Asperger Syndrome, including contributions from parents and experts in the fields of psychology, social work, psychiatry, genetics, sexology and vocational counselling. Learn More2004, Hardback, 9.53in x 6.46in / 242mm x 164mm, 384pp, CA$98.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-268-72004, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.10in / 232mm x 155mm, 384pp, CA$40.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-319-62004, Ebook, ePUB, 384pp, CA$40.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-119-8 -
Mental Health Aspects of Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Mohammad Ghaziuddin
The first book to address the need for information about psychiatric problems in people with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), Mental Health Aspects of Autism and Asperger Syndrome systematically explains the emotional and psychological difficulties that are often encountered with ASDs. Learn More2005, Hardback, 9.45in x 6.18in / 240mm x 157mm, 256pp, CA$80.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-733-02005, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.14in / 232mm x 156mm, 256pp, CA$28.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-727-92005, Ebook, ePUB, 256pp, CA$28.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-105-1 -
Autism, Brain, and Environment
Richard Lathe
In this controversial new book, Lathe contends that the recent rise in cases of ASDs is a result of increased exposure to environmental toxicity combined with genetic predisposition. He proposes that autism is a disorder of the limbic brain, which is damaged by toxic heavy metals present in the environment. Learn More2006, Hardback, 9.53in x 6.77in / 242mm x 172mm, 288pp, CA$39.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-438-42006, Ebook, ePUB, 288pp, CA$39.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-253-9 -
Everyday Education
Visual Support for Children with Autism
Pernille Dyrbjerg and Maria Vedel
Fully illustrated with inspiring examples, this book provides a wealth of ideas for creating visual support aids for children on the autism spectrum. Photographs and clear, practical explanations describe how these tools can be arranged helpfully around the home for the child to use. Learn More2007, Hardback, 9.96in x 6.93in / 253mm x 176mm, 128pp, CA$28.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-457-52007, Ebook, ePUB, 128pp, CA$28.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-596-7 -
Caring for Myself
A Social Skills Storybook
Christy Gast and Jane Krug
Caring for Myself is an entertaining and educational social skills storybook that will help children with ASDs to understand the importance of taking care of their bodies. Fully illustrated with colour photographs, it sets out fun, simple steps that explain what caring for yourself actually involves. Learn More2007, Hardback, 10.04in x 7.05in / 255mm x 179mm, 96pp, CA$44.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-872-62007, Paperback / softback, 9.72in x 7.28in / 247mm x 185mm, 96pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-887-02007, Ebook, PDF, 96pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-723-7 -
Dyslogic Syndrome
Why Millions of Kids are "Hyper," Attention-Disordered, Learning Disabled, Depressed, Aggressive, Defiant, or Violent - and What We Can Do About It
Bernard Rimland
This book is full of advice on the safe, effective treatments that are available to children, and offers positive strategies for helping parents and professionals to do the best for their dyslogical child. Drawing on the latest research, Rimland outlines the impact of biological factors and exposes the influences of toxins and dietary deficiencies. Learn More2007, Hardback, 9.53in x 6.38in / 242mm x 162mm, 192pp, CA$35.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-877-12007, Ebook, ePUB, 192pp, CA$35.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-732-9 -
ADHD - Living without Brakes
Martin L. Kutscher
This concise book contains everything that parents and professionals need to know about ADHD. The author describes the spectrum of ADHD, the co-occurring symptoms, and common difficulties that parents face. The rest of the book focuses on solutions. The role of medication is discussed. The concluding chapter summarizes the information covered. Learn More2008, Hardback, 9.29in x 6.30in / 236mm x 160mm, 192pp, CA$53.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-873-3 -
The Red Beast
Controlling Anger in Children with Asperger's Syndrome
K.I. Al-Ghani, illustrated by Haitham Al-Ghani
This vibrant fully illustrated children's storybook is written for children aged 5+, and is an accessible, fun way to talk about anger, with useful tips about how to 'tame the red beast' and guidance for parents on how anger affects children with Asperger's Syndrome. Learn More2008, Hardback, 11.22in x 8.86in / 285mm x 225mm, 48pp, CA$24.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-943-32008, Ebook, PDF, 48pp, CA$24.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-848-7 -
All Dogs Have ADHD
Kathy Hoopmann
All Dogs Have ADHD takes an inspiring and affectionate look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), using images and ideas from the canine world. Charming colour photographs of dogs bring to life familiar ADHD characteristics such as being restless and excitable, getting easily distracted, and acting on impulse. Learn More2008, Hardback, 8.58in x 8.46in / 218mm x 215mm, 72pp, CA$18.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-651-72008, Ebook, PDF, 72pp, CA$18.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-840-1