| Description |
336 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 313-322) and index. |
| 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. |
| Subject |
Autism in children.
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Asperger's syndrome.
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| Added Author |
Wright, Barry.
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Young, Olive.
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| ISBN |
184310184X paperback $19.95 |
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