Bibliograph

How to live with autism and asperger syndrome, practical strategies for parents and professionals, Chris Williams and Barry Wright ; illustrated by Olive Young

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How to live with autism and asperger syndrome, practical strategies for parents and professionals, Chris Williams and Barry Wright ; illustrated by Olive Young

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 313-322) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

How to live with autism and asperger syndrome

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

55124549

Responsibility statement

Chris Williams and Barry Wright ; illustrated by Olive Young

Sub title

practical strategies for parents and professionals

Table Of Contents

Does my child have autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? -- 1. First worries -- 2. Assessment -- 3. Emotional impact on the family -- How do children with autism spectrum disorders view the world? -- 4. Mindblindness -- 5. Getting the gist -- 6. Sensory interests -- Imagination, memory, time perception and planning -- 8. Language and communication -- How can we help? -- Managing behaviour -- 10. Developing social skills -- 11. Developing communication skills -- 12. Tantrums, aggression and frustration -- 13. Feeding -- 14. Toileting -- 15. Soiling -- 16. Sleeping -- 17. Preoccupations -- 18. Compulsions, routines and rituals -- Mannerisms and repetitive movements -- 20. Other interventions -- Final thoughts

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