Living with Autistic Spectrum Disorders
Guidance for Parents, Carers and Siblings
- Elizabeth Attfield
- Hugh Morgan - Autism Cymru
Parents want support and advice during and after a diagnosis of ASDs, and professionals want to be able to give the right answers. This book will meet the needs of both.
Issues dealt with include:
" how to help the family
" how to help brothers and sisters
" preparing children with ASDs for the world outside
" keeping expectations high
" how to work together with schools and other agencies
" finding community links
A good text which explains ASD in basic terms. Can be used at L3 and higher for students studying SEN and Learning difficulties.
This is an excellent book. Recommended for students working within primary and higher educational settings whilst on their social work placement and those wanting to work within children's services. Provides an understanding of the dilemmas and strategies in a clear and logical manner.
a good insight into how Adults with Autism deal with the daily day duties. this book has been provided by the college for pupils to use when the criteria is around autism or learning difficulties
I am suggesting this book on the reading list along side Koenig, KP., Kinnealey, M., (2010 Adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder in Kuhaneck, HM., Watling, R., Autism: a comprehensive occupational therapy approach 3rd ed Bethesda: American Occupational Therapy Association Inc
This book provides an overview of ASD.
Perfect for beginner teachers and PGCE students, the author describes and analyses behaviours, relationships, families and puberty, allowing the reader to use it for quick reference or more thorough research.
It will give ideas for planning for inclusion, use of resources, building relationships with pupils and their families, teaching approaches and pupils motivation.
