New Ways of Understanding Autism
Title | New Ways of Understanding Autism PDF eBook |
Author | Brigitte Harrisson |
Publisher | Dundurn |
Pages | 152 |
Release | 2019-03-16 |
Genre | Family & Relationships |
ISBN | 1459743628 |
A new understanding of autism spectrum disorder. The experience of autistic people, real-life stories from parents, and suggested therapeutic approaches are brought together in New Ways of Understanding Autism to provide a realistic sense of autism and to build a sense of hope. Co-authors Brigitte Harrisson and Lise St-Charles, along with Governor General–award winning novelist Kim Thúy, present a new understanding of autism spectrum disorder — one that focuses on putting the needs of the autistic person where they should be: at the centre.
New Ways of Understanding Autism
Title | New Ways of Understanding Autism PDF eBook |
Author | Brigitte Harrisson |
Publisher | Dundurn |
Pages | 152 |
Release | 2019-03-16 |
Genre | Family & Relationships |
ISBN | 145974361X |
New Ways of Understanding Autism offers a unique description of ASD (autism spectrum disorder), emphasizing that an autistic brain is different from a neurotypical brain.
New Ways of Understanding Autism
Title | New Ways of Understanding Autism PDF eBook |
Author | Brigitte Harrisson |
Publisher | Dundurn |
Pages | 152 |
Release | 2019-04-09 |
Genre | Family & Relationships |
ISBN | 9781459743601 |
A new understanding of autism spectrum disorder. The experience of autistic people, real-life stories from parents, and suggested therapeutic approaches are brought together in New Ways of Understanding Autism to provide a realistic sense of autism and to build a sense of hope. Co-authors Brigitte Harrisson and Lise St-Charles, along with Governor General–award winning novelist Kim Thúy, present a new understanding of autism spectrum disorder — one that focuses on putting the needs of the autistic person where they should be: at the centre.
To Explore Strange New Worlds
Title | To Explore Strange New Worlds PDF eBook |
Author | Elizabeth Barnes |
Publisher | Independently Published |
Pages | 250 |
Release | 2019-07-26 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9781082803437 |
When Elizabeth Barnes discovered that her son was on the autism spectrum she realized she had a lot to learn. She also discovered a talent for finding fun ways to teach her son about his autism through his own interests. One of those interests, which she shared, was Star Trek.Barnes writes with empathy and experience about raising a child on the autism spectrum, and the challenges they can face in understanding their own and others' behavior. The various Star Trek episodes and characters provide perfect settings to better understand a wide range of behaviors and interactions, while entertaining both parent and child. Topics in the book include learning to read facial expressions and character intent, or understanding character responses which those on the autism spectrum may recognise in themselves. Broader themes in the book include exploring communication, bullying, anxiety, acceptance, and intense interests. Each is illustrated with examples from the TV series, and include suggested questions or items to consider.Star Trek fans will learn about how it feels to see the world from an autistic perspective, and find new facets and ways to view the shows they love, while autistics, friends, loved ones, and parents of children on the autism spectrum will find new ways to better understand autism and spend enjoyable time together. Make it so.
Understanding Autism
Title | Understanding Autism PDF eBook |
Author | Katrina Williams |
Publisher | Exisle Publishing |
Pages | 274 |
Release | 2018-02-01 |
Genre | Autism |
ISBN | 1775593703 |
Awesomism!
Title | Awesomism! PDF eBook |
Author | Suzy Miller |
Publisher | iUniverse |
Pages | 154 |
Release | 2008-11 |
Genre | Family & Relationships |
ISBN | 1440102856 |
You're a parent or teacher or therapist struggling to come to terms with the diagnosis of autism. You sense that drugs and behavior modification aren't the answer. But what is there? Here it is! A fresh new and boldly positive way to view autism as it really is...not a problem or mystery but a gift in your life. Suzy Miller had been a highly skilled pediatric speech pathologist for close to two decades when, through an amazing experience with a 4-year old child diagnosed with autism, she came to this break through way of understanding and working with these gifted children. She currently works with children and families bringing awareness to the various energies that make these children tick. Suzy's revolutionary thinking preserves the humanity and dignity of children, empowers the parents and makes a great deal of sense to anyone interacting with these highly aware children. Now, in Awesomism! You'll discover how to understand autism as never before. Here you will learn about the vibration behind autism and understand how to apply this awareness to experience the Awesomism in your child. Autism has been redefined as AWESOMISM!
Why I'm Different: Understanding Autism
Title | Why I'm Different: Understanding Autism PDF eBook |
Author | Don Eminizer |
Publisher | |
Pages | 24 |
Release | 2018-12-19 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9781513640372 |
Why I'm different is a book that aims to demystify autism and help elementary school aged children better understand how to interact with their autistic peers. Liam is Don and Christine's son, and they wrote this book because they believe that early awareness is key to lasting understanding.