My Child Has Asperger Syndrome - A Parents Guide to Coping
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I'm not a frivolous buyer of books, but I am buying this one. Aug 09, Kris Irvin rated it it was amazing Shelves: It is absolutely fantastic. It is so well written and engaging, but more than that, it's informative and helpful. He was diagnosed in October and we have struggled with him since he was born in I have never read a parenting book that describes him or that has ideas that I could use to help him, discipline, or engage him.
This is the book.
The more I read, the more I found myself going "yes! This book will change your life. I loved this book and plan on re-reading it immediately, but I want to share my current favorite part. This has a real name. I had no idea that other kids did this. I almost cried when I read about it. Maybe my child is not normal compared to other children, but compared to other children with ASD, he's par for the course.
Thank you, Claire Hughes-Lynch. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
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Jan 12, Cathy rated it really liked it Shelves: The book is interesting, insightful and easy to read. It provides a lot of information in anything but a dry fashion, the fact that this woman could bring humour into such difficult situations was amazing to me. Jul 25, Mel rated it it was amazing. I could write a book just about all the "aha" moments and dejavu I had.
Kids with HFA are so neglected by the school systems and insurance etc. I am just angry but mostly sad. My son is amazing.
He can be amazingly perfect when he plays baseball or when I sit outside bathroom just to hear him sing! But hr can be amazingly difficult, stubborn little thing too. This book has already given me real advice I can use NOW. Jan 12, Rachel Conley-Pratt rated it liked it. This book would be good to give to someone who is working with your child who has little knowledge of autism, or little understanding of the nuances of the high functioning end of the spectrum. If you are a parent who has done a lot of your own research, this book does not offer a lot of information that will be new or insightful for you.
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Children With High Functioning Autism: A Parent's Guide
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Parents of young children ages 18 months to 5 years with a diagnosis of autism, face the critical decision of which educational treatment program to choose for their child. New information includes the latest research on the benefits of Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention, the types of instruction used naturalistic instruction and other teaching methods that complement ABA , home-based professionals and their credentials, school-based programs, and more.
This book is specially designed to give answers to the many questions of brothers and sisters of young people on the autistic spectrum. As well as explaining the characteristics of autism, it is full of helpful suggestions for making family life more comfortable for everyone concerned. Through a unique combination of Social Stories and easy-to-understand activities, this unique book offers a curriculum that guides the child and caregiver on issues of health, hygiene, and the challenges of puberty.
It is a must-read for those who guide students with disabilities. Parents and professionals can now bypass countless hours spent seeking answers to the mystifying day-to-day challenges of autism. In a snappy, can-do format, this insightful book offers page after page of try-it-now solutions that have worked for thousands of children grappling with social, sensory, behavioral, and self-care issues, plus many more. Pervasive Developmental Disorder, or PDD, is the umbrella term used to cover the whole family of autistic spectrum disorders including autism and Asperger Syndrome.
Within this group there is a subgroup called NOS not otherwise specified which covers the conditions which do not quite meet the diagnostic criteria for autism or Asperger Syndrome. Because PDD covers such a wide spectrum, it presents very differently from child to child. Written principally for parents, this is a book which explains what it means for your child to be diagnosed with PDD, NOS, autism or Asperger Syndrome, and where you go from there.
Now expanded to two volumes, this invaluable reference work provides a comprehensive review of all information presently available about these disorders, drawing on findings and clinical experience from a number of related disciplines such as psychiatry, psychology, neurobiology, pediatrics, etc. The Handbook covers descriptive and diagnostic characteristics, biological contributions, intervention techniques, legal and social issues.
The Third Edition is updated to include the newest work in animal models, genetics, neuropsychological processes, screening and assessment methods. This practical guide offers effective solutions to various behavior problems such as aggression, communication, perseveration, play and leisure, eating and sleeping, and toileting and hygiene. Asperger's Syndrome and Your Child, an informative, empathetic, and comprehensive guide to this elusive condition, answers the most common questions and offers an encouraging outlook for your child's future.
Michael Powers weaves together a compassionate account of everything related to AS, offering such practical advice from getting the right diagnosis to helping your child develop social skills. Infused with voices of real children who offer insights about their own conditions, the book gives perspective on how children live with the disorder. Asperger Syndrome and Your Child is an indispensable book for parents as well as teachers and other professionals who have someone with Asperger Syndrome in their lives.
Framed with both humor and compassion, the book defines the top ten characteristics that illuminate the minds and hearts of children with autism. Individuals with autism are reportedly one of the most difficult populations to toilet train. This second edition offers effective strategies that take the child's physical and emotional sensitivities into account instead of trying to force traditional methods. Easy-to-read bulleted lists offer more than do's and don'ts, along with over 50 real-life examples, to help make the process more of a lesson and less of a battle for all involved.
The young trainee will learn to overcome fear of the bathroom, properly use toilet paper, flush once, wash hands, and more. The toilet trainer will learn how to overcome challenges caused by communication needs, sensory sensitivities, motor challenges, anxiety levels, etc.
Could It Be Autism? The book explains the steps parents can take to confirm or rule out a developmental delay or disorder. It details various diagnoses and show how sometimes multiple diagnoses may apply. Different treatments and therapies are outlined so parents can explore and understand what may work best for their child, based on his or her particular strengths and weaknesses. The Out-of-Sync Child broke new ground by identifying Sensory Processing Disorder, a common but frequently misdiagnosed problem in which the central nervous system misinterprets messages from the senses.
This newly revised edition features additional information from recent research on vision and hearing deficits, motor skill problems, nutrition and picky eaters, ADHA, autism, and other related disorders. Parents of young children newly diagnosed as on the autism spectrum are often at a loss for ideas about how best to help their child. Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum is not just a collection of play ideas; it shows how to break down activities into manageable stages, and looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievements.
Ken rated it really liked it Nov 10, She offers helpful strategies that will encourage and inspire parents and students and show that college can be a suitable option for students with an autism spectrum disorder, as well as the basis for a successful independent life later. I feel that I could have written every word myself. Because PDD covers such a wide spectrum, it presents very differently from child to child. Using clear examples, practical advice, and supportive insights.
Making Sense of Children's Thinking and Behavior offers parents and professionals a tool for understanding children with neurological differences. These children have an atypical view of the world, unique to their particular disability, which can make their behavior confusing and, at times, challenging. Often, the child's actions are misunderstood and, consequently, they are unfairly punished.
See a Problem?
This accessible book focuses on how to get there and stay there: Ann Palmer advises parents and professionals how to prepare the student for the transition from school and home life to a new environment and educational challenge, and how to support them through potential problems such as academic pressure, living away from home, social integration and appropriate levels of participation in college. She offers helpful strategies that will encourage and inspire parents and students and show that college can be a suitable option for students with an autism spectrum disorder, as well as the basis for a successful independent life later.
This autism book for parents provides a unique voice and presents information in a smart and accessible manner for parents.