Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome

Being a parent is a hard job, especially when the children are young.

This research investigates the processes of the identification of Autistic adults, with the view of many seeking a diagnosis being unaware of what the process entails or potential effects so as to make more informed decisions.

Child Without Tomorrow discusses the observations and treatments made with seriously emotionally disturbed children.

An estimated 76 million people worldwide are affected by autism--current figures suggest that 1 in 100 people live somewhere along the autism spectrum, though many remain undiagnosed.

Ten autistic self-advocates share their experiences with alternative forms of communication such as rapid prompting method (RPM) and facilitated communication (FC), both highly controversial.

Autism Awareness and Crime explores Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the 'school to prison pipeline'.

'[AN] IMPORTANT BOOK' TEMPLE GRANDINOver the course of her career, psychologist Joanne Ruthsatz has assembled the largest-ever research sample of child prodigies.

When Sam Bailey-Merritt was just two years old, almost overnight he lost the ability to communicate or function.

Want to read just one book about autism?

The fourth novel in Debra Webb's internationally bestselling FACES OF EVIL series, for fans of Karen Rose, Katia Lief and Mary Burton.

The Power of Different is an illuminating and uplifting examination of the link between brain differences and aptitude.

'Authoritative, compassionate and commonsensical .

The master of motivation, Peter A.

Autism has touched so many lives.

Power to the Aspies is exactly that.

6 THE DIAGNOSIS One month before Anthony turned three years of age we finally got a diagnosis.

What have scientists learned about the causes of autism spectrum disorder?

This authoritative resource, now thoroughly revised for DSM-5, has set the standard for the comprehensive assessment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

This authoritative resource, now thoroughly revised for DSM-5, has set the standard for the comprehensive assessment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Cutting-edge research reveals that parents can play a huge role in helping toddlers and preschoolers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) connect with others and live up to their potential.

From a preeminent researcher, this book looks at the key role of joint attention in both typical and atypical development.

From a preeminent researcher, this book looks at the key role of joint attention in both typical and atypical development.

Over 100,000 parents have found the facts they need about high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including Asperger syndrome, in this indispensable guide.

Bringing together leading experts, this book presents effective practices for helping people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to thrive in adulthood.

Bringing together leading experts, this book presents effective practices for helping people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to thrive in adulthood.

This book helps clinicians harness the benefits of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

This book helps clinicians harness the benefits of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

A uniquely comprehensive resource for practitioners, this research-based book addresses both the social-emotional and cognitive-academic challenges faced by children and adolescents with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (HFASD).

Cutting-edge research reveals that parents can play a huge role in helping toddlers and preschoolers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) connect with others and live up to their potential.

A new understanding of autism spectrum disorder.

A new understanding of autism spectrum disorder.

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Realising that your child is autistic can be devastating.

This book was written to try to show the evolution of methods of teaching autistic children.

Positive Behaviour Support Strategies for Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder equips parents, educators and professionals with the knowledge and skills to assess, manage and prevent challenging behaviours in children who have been diagnosed with ADHD.

Positive Behaviour Support Strategies for Students with Oppositional and Defiant Behaviours equips parents, educators and professionals with the knowledge and skills to assess, manage and prevent challenging behaviours in children who have been diagnosed with anA OppositionalA and Defiant Disorder or are showing signs ofA oppositionalA and defiant behaviour persistently.

Positive Behaviour Support Strategies for Students with Anxious Behaviours equips parents, educators and professionals with the knowledge and skills to assess, manage and prevent challenging behaviours in children who have been diagnosed with an Anxiety Disorder or exhibit persistent anxious behaviours.

Positive Behaviour Support Strategies for Students with Oppositional and Defiant Behaviours equips parents, educators and professionals with the knowledge and skills to assess, manage and prevent challenging behaviours in children who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Quality Control for Behavior Analysts helps practitioners apply concepts of quality planning, control, and improvement to implement high-quality behavioral interventions that maximize care value through superior clinical outcomes.

The National Autistic Society estimates that Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) now affects 500,000 families in the UK alone, while one in 86 children have an ASD-related special educational need.

The Clinician's Manual and its accompanying workbook, I Believe in Me, Not OCB!

Now in its second edition, this practical handbook assesses global developmental delay and other neurodevelopmental disorders in young children.

*The Sunday Times bestseller*'Wise and witty.

Billy the cat was rescued from an abandoned house.

This unique book is the first to fully explore the history of autism - from the first descriptions of autistic-type behaviour to the present day.

This unique book is the first to fully explore the history of autism - from the first descriptions of autistic-type behaviour to the present day.

How many times have you heard that people with autism lack creativity?

This book offers an accessibly written introduction to autism that make it an indispensable resource for anyone whose life has been affected-directly or indirectly-by this condition.

You've heard about cases of Asperger's, or perhaps have known a child with the syndrome.