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Author
Publisher
Guilford Press
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
"Being "different" is old news for adults with Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism (AS/HFA), whether they were diagnosed as children or only recently. Meeting a huge demand and providing indispensable practical guidance, prominent therapist Valerie Gaus shows how difference can be a strength. By mastering specific coping and problem-solving skills that "neurotypical" folks take for granted, people with AS/HFA can achieve greater success...
Author
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
In this candid memoir, Laura Kate Dale recounts what life is like growing up as a gay trans woman on the autism spectrum. From struggling with sensory processing and learning social cues and feminine presentation, through to coming out as trans during an autistic meltdown, Laura draws on her personal experiences from life prior to transition and diagnosis, through to the years of self-discovery, to give a unique insight into the nuances of sexuality,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Firmly grounding this subject in facts while providing advice for those affected by Autism Sprectrum Disorder (ASD) both directly and indirectly this book will be of interest to young adults as well as to their family members and friends. As a result, readers will better understand how to interact and work with those with ASD as well as gain a broader acceptance of those who may be different. With helpful advice and a list of resources, Autism Spectrum...
Author
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"This updated edition is based on Kate Wilde's decades of experience and the latest autism research. Tackling day-to-day issues and more, the book offers tried-and-tested techniques to help you transform the challenges of home life and create harmony. Catering to all age ranges and points on the spectrum, this book will be invaluable to parents, caregivers, teachers and teaching assistants"--
Author
Publisher
Future Horizons Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"In this fifth edition of the beloved classic book The Way I See It, Dr. Temple Grandin gets to the REAL issues of autism -- the ones parents, teachers, and individuals on the spectrum face every day. Temple offers helpful dos and don'ts, practical strategies, and try-it-now tips all based on her insider perspective and a great deal of research. Revised and updated chapters include: alternative v. conventional medicine, do not get trapped by labels,...
Author
Publisher
Healing Arts Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"A hands-on guide showing how essential oils can support and enhance meditative and mindful practices. Details safe and effective methods to incorporate essential oils into your mindfulness or meditation practice. Explains the many ways essential oils benefit the mind, such as how odors can immediately draw your attention to the present moment, trigger a specific state of consciousness, or provide a way to regain composure quickly. Provides the latest...
Author
Publisher
Sensory World, a proud imprint of Sensory Focus, LLC
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Dr. Temple Grandin's pocket guide to older kids and young adults with autism! Dr. Temple Grandin is a doctor of animal science, professor at Colorado State University, best-selling author, autism activist, and consultant on animal behavior. She also invented the "squeeze machine," a device to calm the sensory systems of those on the autism spectrum. The subject of the award-winning 2010 biographical film Temple Grandin, she was listed in Time magazine...
Author
Publisher
[Publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"The activities are presented in easy-to-grasp bits to enable you to engage easily with your Special Needs child and get the tasks completed in no time, and most importantly have fun in the process without the stress. These activities will also help you to increase your overall interactions with your child, giving you the much-needed bonding you desire and your child will continue to experience great improvement in every aspect of life."--Amazon.com....
Author
Publisher
Crown Forum
Pub. Date
c2008
Language
English
Description
America's most widely read and most influential commentator casts his gimlet eye on our singular nation. Moving far beyond the strict confines of politics, George F. Will offers a fascinating look at the people, stories, and events--often unheralded--that make the American drama so endlessly entertaining and instructive. With Will's signature erudition and wry wit always on display, One Man's America chronicles a spectacular, eclectic procession of...
Author
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"From explosive to outstanding: how to confidently raise children with ADHD in the 21st century. If you want your kid to thrive in school and at home and become a prosperous adult, you'll need to implement modern approaches in your parenting style. This guide, containing a wealth of knowledge and tools, will help you do just that. In A Beginner's Guide on Parenting Children with ADHD, you'll discover: How to know if your child has ADHD - and a guide...
Series
Publisher
Gale
Language
English
Description
This set provides more than 1,230 alphabetically arranged entries, of which about 100 are new, covering topics in body systems and functions, conditions and common diseases, contemporary health care issues and theories, techniques and practices, and devices and equipment. It covers all major health professions, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy and more.
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