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Autism in Adolescents and Adults

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Autism in Adolescents and AdultsAutism in Adolescents and Adults (Current Issues in Autism)  by Eric Schopler and Gary B. Mesibov.

(XAT Schop 1983)

The chapters were written by contributing authors who are distinguished experts in the field, and the book addresses a variety of issues pertaining to ASD in adolescents and adults. Topics include: an overview of ASD in adolescence and adulthood; the individual needs of adolescents and adults with ASD, including communication, education, recreation, vocational, and medical needs; family perspectives, including family needs, stress and coping, parental perspectives, and legal issues; and well-established social and community programs for adolescents and adults with ASD. Pp. 456.

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Asperger Syndrome Living Outside the Bell Curve

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bellAsperger Syndrome Living Outside the Bell Curve

(XAS Asper 2008)

This DVD looks at Asperger students in general and focuses on 12 year old Andrew. Dr. Tina Lyama explains the causes, symptoms, and strategies for coping with Asperger Syndrome.

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Asperger’s and Girls

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Asperger’s and GirlsAsperger’s and Girls  by Tony Attwood, Temple Grandin, Teresa Bolick, and Catherine Faherty.

(XAS Attwo 2006)

You find in this book up-to-date information for girls and woman with Asperger’s syndrome. It covers topics such as diagnoses, education, puberty, relationships, and careers. Experts in the field share practical advice for both caregivers and the women and girls who are affected by Asperger’s. Pp. 152.

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The Oasis Guide to Asperger’s

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The Oasis Guide to Asperger’sThe Oasis Guide to Asperger’s  Patricia Romanowski Bashe, Barbara L. Kirby, Simon Baron-Cohen, and Tony Attwood.

This book includes information on diagnosis, evaluation, medication, therapies, and social skill development. Pp. 486.

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Autism Speaks 100 Day Kit

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kitAutism Speaks 100 Day Kit

(XAB Autis 2010).

This is a tool kit to assist families in getting the critical information they need in the first 100 Days after an autism diagnosis.

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Or request a download here.

A Mind Apart

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a mind apartA Mind Apart by Peter Szatmari.

(XAB Szatm 2004)

 

The author shows that children with autism spectrum disorders act the way they do because they think in vastly different ways than other people. Dr. Szatmari shares the compelling stories of children he has treated who hear everyday conversation like a foreign language or experience hugs like the clamp of a vise. Understanding this unusual inner world-and appreciating the unique strengths that thinking differently can bestow-will help parents relate to their children more meaningfully, and make the “outer world” a less scary place. Pp. 210.

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Autism

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Autism by the National Institutes of Health.

(XAB Autis 1997)

This booklet includes the basics on what autism is, how it’s diagnosed, and accompanying disorders. It also discusses what can be done to improve the prognosis and help families learn to cope with the diagnosis. Pp. 60.

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Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z

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a to zAutism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z  by Barbara T Doyle and Emily Doyle Iland.

(XAB Doyle 2004)

This book is a simply written, comprehensive introduction to autism spectrum disorders, their diagnosis, and the impact diagnosis may have on families. Pp. 462.

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The Autism Book

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bookThe Autism Book by Jhoanna Robledo and Dawn Ham-Kucharski.

(XAB Roble 2005)

The authors use their firsthand knowledge and experience to answer parents’ most pressing questions about autism. Pp. 141.

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Making Sense of Autism

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making senseMaking Sense of Autism  by Travis Thompson.

(XAB Thomp 2007)

Think of this book as a solid, balanced understanding of what autism is, how it affects behavior and learning, and what you can do to effectively work with children with autism from their preschool years through elementary school. Pp. 266.

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Autism-An Inside-Out Approach

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inside outAutism-An Inside-Out Approach: An Innovative Look at the Mechanics of ‘Autism’ and It’s Developmental ‘Cousins’ by Donna Williams.

(XAB Willi 1996)

This book presents the many different faces of autism and autism-related conditions from an insider’s perspective. Pp. 338.

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Just This Side of Normal

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just this side of normalJust This Side of Normal: Glimpses Into Life with Autism  by Elizabeth K Gerlach.

(XAB Gerla 1999)

This comprehensive guide outlines basic facts, research information and effective treatment options for autism. Objectively written it contains extensive resource listings and suggested readings. Pp. 139.

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Girls Under the Umbrella of Autism Spectrum Disorders

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girls under the umbrellaGirls Under the Umbrella of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Practical Solutions for Addressing Everyday Challenges by Lori Ernsperger Ph.D, Danielle Wendel, and Liane Holliday Willey.

(XAB Ernsp 2007)

The authors give a voice to girls under the umbrella of autism spectrum disorders. They provide insightful first-hand accounts of girls’ lives along with research-based strategies and practical techniques for addressing the unique needs of girls on the spectrum while nurturing and developing their gifts and talents. Pp.243.

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A Strange World

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a strange worldA Strange World – Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome And Pdd-nos: A Guide For Parents, Partners, Professional Carers, And People With ASDS by Martine F. Delfos and Tony Attwood.

(XAB Delfo 2005)

This book is a comprehensive guide to autistic spectrum disorders presented from a scientific perspective. It offers practical advice on how to approach these problems from the various perspectives of autistic children, adolescents and adults, as well as parents and carergivers of people with autism. Pp. 416.

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The World of the Autistic Child: Understanding and Treating Autism Spectrum Disorders

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the world of the autistic childThe World of the Autistic Child: Understanding and Treating Autism Spectrum Disorders by Bryna Siegel.

(XAB Siege 1996)

This book is about gaining an understanding of the diagnosis of autism, the available treatments, and how to decide what is best for a particular child with autism or PDD. Pp. 368.

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Understanding Autism for DUMMIES

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for dummiesUnderstanding Autism for DUMMIES by Stephen Shore and Linda Rastelli.

(XAB shore 2006)

This is a guide that explains the symptoms of autism, how it’s diagnosed, and the current options for treatment. The reader will get helpful information on the latest in genetic and biomedical research as well as coverage of special-needs financial planning, legal rights for education, and more. Pp. 356.

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