A Beginner's Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders: Essential Information for Parents and Professionals Contributor(s): Taylor, Paul G. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1849052336 ISBN-13: 9781849052337 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $16.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders - Psychology | Reference |
Dewey: 616.858 |
LCCN: 2011001880 |
Physical Information: 0.4" H x 5.4" W x 8.4" (0.30 lbs) 112 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? What does a diagnosis of ASD mean for the child and for you? How can you learn to fully understand behaviours common to ASD and help the child grow and prosper? This short introduction is an ideal starting point for anyone encountering ASD for the first time. The book covers all of the essential information needed to ground an understanding of the condition and offers effective practical strategies for assisting children who are living with ASD. It advocates putting aside conventional thinking and considering things from a different perspective - the way that the child with ASD sees the world. This concise and straight-talking guide to ASD will ensure parents, carers, teachers and other professionals feel confident, informed and able to cope with the road ahead. |
Contributor Bio(s): Taylor, Paul G.: - Paul G. Taylor is an experienced consultant paediatrician working in a regional general hospital in New Zealand. He specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder and works directly with many young people with ASD, their families and their schools. He has been giving talks on ASD for over 12 years. |