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The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum

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theautisticbrainThe Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum by Temple Grandin.

(XAB Grand 2013)

Weaving her own experience with remarkable new discoveries, Grandin introduces the neuroimaging advances and genetic research that link brain science to behavior, even sharing her own brain scan to show us which anomalies might explain common symptoms. We meet the scientists and self-advocates who are exploring innovative theories of what causes autism and how we can diagnose and best treat it. Grandin also highlights long-ignored sensory problems and the transformative effects we can have by treating autism symptom by symptom, rather than with an umbrella diagnosis. Most exciting, she argues that raising and educating kids on the spectrum isn’t just a matter of focusing on their weaknesses; in the science that reveals their long-overlooked strengths she shows us new ways to foster their unique contributions. From the “aspies” in Silicon Valley to the five-year-old without language, Grandin understands the true meaning of the word spectrum. The Autistic Brain is essential reading from the most respected and beloved voices in the field.

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Temple Grandin

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temple grandinTemple Grandin

(XOT Templ 2010)

This movie paints a picture of a young woman’s perseverance and determination while struggling with the isolating challenges of autism at a time when it was still quite unkown.

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Emergence

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emergenceEmergence by Temple Grandin.

(XOT Grand 1986)

Temple Grandin was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. An intelligent child with a thirst for knowledge, but unable to properly express herself or control her behaviour, Temple struggled through grade school. Eventually moved from a “normal” school to an educational program for autistic children, she began to suffer “nerve attacks.” Now Temple tells the story of how she went from a fear-gripped, autistic child to a successful professional and a world leader in her field. A chronicle of perseverance and courage, EMERGENCE gives new hope and insight into the tragedy of autism and the vast potential of the human spirit. Pp.200.

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Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Second Edition

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beyond the wallBeyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Second Edition by Stephen M. Shore and Temple Grandin.

(XOT Shore 2003)

This book, written by a person with high-functioning autism and Asperger Syndrome, offers so much more than the traditional autobiography. Drawing on personal and professional experience, the author, combines three voices to create a touching and, at the same time, highly informative book for professionals as well as individuals who have Asperger Syndrome. Pp. 242.

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Thinking in Pictures

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thinking in picturesThinking in Pictures by Temple Grandin.

(XOT Grand 2006)

This book is written by an animal scientist who lectures on autism because she has autism.  She thinks, feels, and experiences the world in ways that are incomprehensible to the rest of us.  She writes about how she manages to breach the boundaries of autism and function in the outside world. Pp. 222.

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Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum

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on the spectrumAdolescents on the Autism Spectrum: A Parent’s Guide to the Cognitive, Social, Physical, and Transition Needs of Teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorders by Chantal Sicile-Kira and Temple Grandin.

(XAT Sicil 2006)

This is a guide that offers strategies for helping children through the physical and emotional changes of the teenage years in order to prepare them for adulthood. Information on health risks including seizures and depression, useful treatments, therapies, teaching strategies and self advocacy are included. Pp. 265.

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Asperger’s and Self-Esteem: Insight and Hope through Famous Role Models

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selfesteemAsperger’s and Self-Esteem: Insight and Hope through Famous Role Models by Norm Ledgin, Temple Grandin, and Marsha M. Ledgin.

(XAS Lendgi 2002)

The author examines the evidence of Asperger’s Syndrome in some of history’s most famous men and women and shows how, despite their apparent challenges, each made an immeasurable contribution to the world. Pp. 208.

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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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Life and Love: Positive Strategies for Autistic Adults

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lifeLife and Love: Positive Strategies for Autistic Adults  by Zosia Zaks and Temple Grandin.

(XAD Zaks 2006)

Written for adults with autism, this book describes and suggests concrete ways to deal with challenges that may arise in areas of both daily life and love, covering everything from grocery shopping to getting along better with family members. Pp. 367.

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Developing Talents

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talentsDeveloping Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism by Temple Grandin and Kate Duffy.

(XAD Grand 2004)

This is a useful book for individuals with AS or HFA, and especially valuable to parents and others who aspire to be helpers. Pp. 153.

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Ask and Tell: Self-Advocacy and Disclosure for People on the Autism Spectrum

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ask and tellAsk and Tell: Self-Advocacy and Disclosure for People on the Autism Spectrum by Ruth Elain Joyner Hane.

(XAB Shore 2004)

This book aims to help people with autism effectively self-advocate in their pursuit of independent, productive, and fulfilling lives. Ask and Tell is unique by being the first book to speak to the twin issues of self- advocacy and disclosure for people with autism and by consisting exclusively including the cover art and the preface by Temple Grandin of contributions by those on the autism spectrum for persons on the spectrum.pp.196.

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