| Autism and Enablement: Occupational Therapy Approaches to Promote Independence for Adults with Autism Contributor(s): Bushell, Matt (Author), Gasson, Sandra (Author), Vann, Ute (Author) |
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ISBN: 1785920871 ISBN-13: 9781785920875 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $28.45 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Family & Relationships | Autism Spectrum Disorders - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders |
| Dewey: 616.858 |
| LCCN: 2017028842 |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.50 lbs) 184 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Adults with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) or a suspected diagnosis often have hidden needs that go unmet by public services. This book describes and analyses the Kent ASC enablement approach, a short-term intervention led by occupational therapy to promote people with ASC becoming more self-aware and self-sufficient outside of public services. Designed to teach adults with ASC strategies for controlling their sensory, motor-processing and social-communication needs and preferences, this person-centred approach gives them greater self-management over their lives. The book also provides an overview of a range of both professional and self-help tools and technologies which can be used by adults with ASC to increase independence and wellbeing. Case-studies demonstrate the transformative effects of enablement on daily life for adults with ASC. The book also provides recommendation for building on the enablement approach. |