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Can I Tell You about Asperger Syndrome

Introducing Adam, who has Asperger syndrome -- Reading feelings -- Tones of voice -- Playing with others -- Loud noises -- Confusing groups -- Unexpected change -- Motor skills -- Special interests -- What is Asperger syndrome?

Author: Jude Welton

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

ISBN: 1843102064

Category: Health & Fitness

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Introducing Adam, who has Asperger syndrome -- Reading feelings -- Tones of voice -- Playing with others -- Loud noises -- Confusing groups -- Unexpected change -- Motor skills -- Special interests -- What is Asperger syndrome? -- How to help -- How teachers can help.
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Asperger s Syndrome For Dummies

They may have some good tips, and if they've also got a child on the spectrum, they can empathise with you and provide an ... A useful book that may help you or your childwhen telling others is Can I Tell You about Asperger Syndrome?

Author: Georgina Gomez de la Cuesta

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

ISBN: 0470664665

Category: Psychology

Page: 384

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Asperger's Syndrome For Dummies covers everything that both people living with the condition and their families need to know. From explaining symptoms and getting a diagnosis, through to overcoming bullying in schools and choosing between the therapy and medical treatments available, this is a complete guide to surviving and thriving with the condition. Asperger's Syndrome For Dummies includes: Part I: Understanding Asperger's syndrome (AS) Chapter 1: Introducing Asperger's syndrome Chapter 2: Discovering the causes of Asperger's syndrome Chapter 3: Diagnosing Asperger's syndrome Part II: Living with Asperger's syndrome Chapter 4: Enjoying Life with Asperger's Chapter 5: Getting the most out of education and the workplace Chapter 6: Finding independence and advocating for your rights Part III: Supporting people with Asperger's syndrome Chapter 7: Parenting and Asperger's syndrome Chapter 8: Relating to adults with Asperger's syndrome Chapter 9: Creating an AS friendly environment Part IV: Discovering therapies, medication, diet and environments for AS Chapter 10: Navigating Behavioural Therapies for Asperger's Syndrome Chapter 11: Understanding medication and diet in Asperger's syndrome Part V: Part of Tens Chapter 12: Ten Organisations to go for help and information Chapter 13: Ten positives about living with Asperger's Chapter 14: Ten famous people who probably had Asperger's
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Visual Support for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

ISBN 9781843102069 Jude Welton Code C124 Price : $ 24.95 Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome ? A Guide for Friends and Family Price : $ 9.95 Build Your Own General Information Collection ! To help you get started , AAPC suggests our ...

Author: Vera Bernard-Opitz

Publisher: AAPC Publishing

ISBN: 9781934575826

Category: Education

Page: 64

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Combining their years of experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, both here and around the world, authors Vera Bernard-Opitz and Anne Häußler bring teachers and other professionals practical ideas and teaching methods for offering visual supports to students with autism spectrum disorders and other visual learners. With hundreds of colorful illustrations and step-by-step directions, this book lays the foundation for how to structure teaching environments, as well as offers countless examples of activities for students, ranging from basic skills, to reading and math, to social behavior.
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The Complete Guide to Asperger s Syndrome

The Rorschach profile of children with Asperger's syndrome is consistent with the diagnostic criteria (Holaday, ... or partner with Asperger's syndrome, and the frustration of saying, 'I shouldn't have to tell you' (Jacobsen 2003).

Author: Tony Attwood

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

ISBN: 1843104954

Category: Psychology

Page: 401

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A guide to Asperger's syndrome describes what it is and how it is diagnosed, along with information on such topics as bullying, emotions, language, movement, cognitive ability, and long-term relationships.
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The Essential Guide to Asperger s Syndrome

A Parent's Complete Source of Information and Advice on Raising a Child with Asperger's Eileen Bailey, Robert Montgomery ... The Everything Parent's Guide to Children with Asperger's Syndrome. ... Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome?

Author: Eileen Bailey

Publisher: Penguin

ISBN: 1101588713

Category: Health & Fitness

Page: 261

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Asperger's Syndrome is a complicated condition that is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. Parents and caregivers can often find themselves bewildered by the circumstances and accompanying behaviors that are associated with raising a child with Asperger's. The Essential Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is a goldmine of practical advice for dealing with many of the common situations that often confront Aspies and their parents. Through the practical and immensely helpful tips in this book parents will learn how to turn potentially stressful situations into calm, manageable moments. Authoritative and complete, this book provides must-have information on seeking a proper diagnosis, different treatment options, developing social skills, dealing with bullying, finding the right school, and helping the young adult with AS transition to college or more independent living. Helping everyone in the family thrive and survive the challenges of Asperger's, this book will be a guiding light to any parent with an Aspie child.
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Disabilities and Disorders in Literature for Youth

This book truly gives an insightful view into the world of a child with Asperger's syndrome. 260. ... A child tells the story about her sister, Christa, who is autistic. ... Can I Tell You about Asperger Syndrome?

Author: Alice Crosetto

Publisher: Scarecrow Press

ISBN: 0810869624

Category: Juvenile Nonfiction

Page: 400

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One in every five Americans lives with at least one disability or disorder, including both the obvious, such as those requiring the use of a wheelchair, and the less evident ones, such as eating disorders or Asperger's syndrome. Those responsible for teaching disabled students and providing services and support for them need ready access to reliable and up-to-date resources. Disabilities and Disorders in Literature for Youth: A Selective Annotated Bibliography for K-12 identifies almost 1,000 resources to help educators, professionals, parents, siblings, guardians, and students understand the various disabilities and disorders faced by children today. This bibliography consists of four major headings_Emotional, Learning, Physical, and Multiple Disabilities_which are further categorized into works of fiction and nonfiction. Annotations provide a complete bibliographical description of the entries, and each entry is identified with the grade levels for which it is best suited and resources are matched with appropriate audiences. Reviews from recognized publications are also included wherever possible. Anyone interested in identifying helpful resources regarding disabilities and disorders will find much of value in this essential tool.
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Intervention and Support for Parents and Carers of Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum

Welton, J. and Telford, J. (2003) Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome? A Guide for Friends and Family. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Siblings: books that help siblings up to age seven to understand ASCs Amenta, ...

Author: Barry Wright

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

ISBN: 1843105489

Category: Psychology

Page: 255

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The manual is divided into ten sessions that introduce a topic related to autism and Asperger Syndrome. During each session parents are introduced to a new topic and are invited to participate in exercises and group discussions that serve to reinforce the key messages discussed earlier. Each session closes with recommended reading and 'homework'.
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All About Me

Can I Tell You about Asperger Syndrome? A Guide for Friends and Family by Jude Welton (2004b) This book is written from the perspective of a fictional boy with AS called Adam. He describes what everyday life might be like for a child ...

Author: Andrew Miller

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

ISBN: 1784503932

Category: Education

Page: 256

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Based on direct work with over 250 individual children, Andrew Miller wrote this book in order to provide parents and professionals with information, tools and guidance to help introduce children to autism in the absence of specialist support. This in-depth guide describes the practicalities of disclosure, including when to tell, who should do it and what they need to know beforehand with strategies to tailor your approach as every child's experience will be different. Step-by-step instructions detail how to deliver the programme and produce with a child a personalised booklet containing information about their personal attributes and their autism. These booklets and follow-up material help make disclosure a positive and constructive experience for everyone. Accompanying material can be downloaded online including questionnaires, examples of children's booklets and flexible templates.
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The General Educator s Guide to Special Education

Web Sites ASPEN Society of America, Inc. Asperger Syndrome Education Network: www.asperger.org Asperger's Disorder Homepage: ... (Continued) (Continued) Children's Resources Title: Can I Tell You About Asperger FEDERAL SPECIAL EDUCATION ...

Author: Jody L. Maanum

Publisher: Corwin Press

ISBN: 1412971373

Category: Education

Page: 257

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Provides information on disability categories, the referral and placement process, teaching strategies, and behavioral adaptations to the curriculum.
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Take Control of Asperger s Syndrome

DOI: 10.4324/9781003238416-2 MISSION: To learn about the strengths and allenges of having Asperger's syndrome or Nonverbal Learning Disorder. It can be scary to hear someone tell you that you have a “syndrome” or a “disorder.

Author: Janet Price

Publisher: Routledge

ISBN: 1000503720

Category: Education

Page: 184

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A gifted education Legacy Award winner, Take Control of Asperger's Syndrome: The Official Strategy Guide for Teens With Asperger's Syndrome and Nonverbal Learning Disorder is a unique handbook for kids and teens on living successful lives with these disorders by taking control of their strengths to overcome their weaknesses. Drawing on their experiences as parents and teachers of students with Asperger's syndrome (AS) and Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NLD), the authors provide tips on understanding the disorders, living with the symptoms, succeeding in school, completing homework, talking to others about strengths and needs, making friends and socializing, and using technology to connect with other kids and teens with these disorders. By interviewing dozens of kids and teens who live with AS and NLD, the authors include ideas, information, and advice for students, by students just like them. This handy guidebook is sure to help any child or teen with AS or NLD navigate life's challenges with successful outcomes. Named one of the Pennsylvania State Librarians Assoication's Young Adult Top Forty nonfiction books of 2010. Ages 10-16