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Developing Workplace Skills for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The BASICS College Curriculum
Michelle Rigler, Amy Rutherford and Emily Quinn
This practical college curriculum helps students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to enter into working life with confidence. Suitable for independent or guided study, it teaches young people strategies for managing the stresses and challenges of employment. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 10.98in x 8.54in / 279mm x 217mm, 224pp, £24.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-799-82016, Ebook, PDF, 224pp, £24.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-097-9 -
Teaching University Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
A Guide to Developing Academic Capacity and Proficiency
Kimberley McMahon-Coleman and Kim Draisma
Drawing on the latest research, this book offers practical strategies for supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in tertiary education. By looking at common issues faced by students with ASD, teaching and support staff will better understand how to help students develop vital skills needed for academic success. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 8.94in x 6.06in / 227mm x 154mm, 216pp, £19.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-420-12016, Ebook, ePUB, 216pp, £19.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-798-8 -
Parties, Dorms and Social Norms
A Crash Course in Safe Living for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Lisa M. Meeks and Tracy Loye Masterson with Michelle Rigler and Emily Quinn, illustrated by Amy Rutherford
For young people with ASD, navigating leaving home, parties, and the first sexual encounters of their twenties can be tricky. This practical guide is full of tips for how to stay safe while making the most out of life and it includes advice on socialising, relationships, online safety, looking after your health, and more. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 7.91in x 6.42in / 201mm x 163mm, 288pp, £9.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-746-22016, Ebook, ePUB, 288pp, £9.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-192-1 -
Sex, Drugs and Asperger's Syndrome (ASD)
A User Guide to Adulthood
Luke Jackson, Foreword by Tony Attwood
Luke Jackson serves up a sparkling guide to young adulthood on the autism spectrum in this sequel to his best-selling Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome. Offering personal insights, he covers everything from bullying and drugs to finding a job, navigating relationships, and sex. A must read for all young adults with autism. Learn More2016, Hardback, 9.41in x 6.38in / 239mm x 162mm, 208pp, £16.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-645-82016, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, £9.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-139-6 -
Autism and Learning Differences
An Active Learning Teaching Toolkit
Michael P. McManmon, Ed.D.
A comprehensive curriculum for independent living with ASDs or LDs, providing everything teachers, clinicians and other professionals working with young people with an ASD or LD diagnosis need. It includes tried-and-tested teaching and learning strategies, ideas and photocopiable resources to achieve measurable outcomes. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 11.02in x 9.45in / 280mm x 240mm, 544pp, £45.00ISBN: 978-1-84905-794-32015, Ebook, ePUB, 544pp, £45.00ISBN: 978-1-78450-074-0 -
Turning Skills and Strengths into Careers for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The BASICS College Curriculum
Michelle Rigler, Amy Rutherford and Emily Quinn
This practical college curriculum helps students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to begin to make the transition to the next stage of life - their career. With detailed personality and skills profiling, job-hunting strategies, and interview preparation, it is an ideal textbook for ASD college programs or for student self-study. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 10.98in x 8.46in / 279mm x 215mm, 224pp, £24.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-798-12015, Ebook, PDF, 224pp, £24.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-096-2 -
College for Students with Disabilities
We Do Belong
Edited by Pavan John Antony and Stephen M. Shore
This book presents a realistic picture of the positive and negative aspects of the transition to higher education as experienced by students with disabilities. It combines findings from special education studies, personal stories from individuals with disabilities, and practical tips to help those facing the challenges. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.94in x 6.18in / 227mm x 157mm, 264pp, £16.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-732-52015, Ebook, ePUB, 264pp, £16.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-101-3 -
Developing Identity, Strengths, and Self-Perception for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The BASICS College Curriculum
Michelle Rigler, Amy Rutherford and Emily Quinn
This practical college curriculum helps students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to develop an understanding of their identity, self-perception and strengths and how to use this self-knowledge to succeed at college, in their social lives, and in their careers. It is an ideal textbook for ASD college programs or for student self-study. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 10.91in x 8.50in / 277mm x 216mm, 224pp, £24.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-797-42015, Ebook, PDF, 224pp, £24.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-095-5 -
Sisterhood of the Spectrum
An Asperger Chick's Guide to Life
Jennifer Cook O'Toole, illustrated by Anne-Louise Richards
Jennifer Cook O'Toole provides girls on the autism spectrum with an inspiring guide to life in her new book, covering everything from friendship and accepting the unique 'you' to dating and body shapes. Full of inspirational advice, and with illustrations throughout, it will be the perfect companion for any Asperger chick on the road to womanhood. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 6.18in / 229mm x 157mm, 240pp, £13.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-790-52015, Ebook, ePUB, 240pp, £13.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-056-6 -
An Aspie’s Guide to Choosing a Career
Been There. Done That. Try This!
Edited by Tony Attwood, Craig R. Evans and Anita Lesko
This ebook gathers a team of top Aspie mentors to pass along their insights on choosing a career - a key stressor for people with Asperger's Syndrome. With 8 inspiring mentor essays, commentary from world expert Dr. Tony Attwood and Aspie artwork, this bite-size book puts the help you need right in your hand. Learn More2014, Ebook, ePUB, 52pp, £2.49ISBN: 978-1-78450-133-4
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