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Understanding the Nature of Autism and Asperger's Disorder: Forty Years of Clinical Practice and Pioneering Research
by Edward R RitvoThis book is an accessible introduction for professionals, families and individuals with autism. Prof. Ritvo traces the historical development of understanding about autism and Asperger's Disorder, from the centuries of misdiagnoses and the first recognition of the characteristics of the disorders to his own highly-regarded methods for diagnosis.
Genius!: Nurturing the Spirit of the Wild, Odd, and Oppositional Child – Revised Edition
by George LynnDrawing on their experiences with their son, who has TS, the authors offer strategies for creating an affirmative social and emotional environment that unlocks the potential genius in 'neurologically eccentric' children. They discuss identifying the signs of giftedness, providing care and mentoring, and using medication with due consideration.
Dying, Bereavement and the Healing Arts
by Amy Kuebelbeck Julie Sanders Mike White Christopher Johns Nigel Hartley Ted Bowman Hilary Elfick Lindsay Buckell Lesley Schatzberger Mitzi Blennerhassett Ashley Barnes Christina Mason Steve Seagull Bobbie Farsides Anna Lidzey Filipa Pereira-Stubbs Kieran Walsh Judy Clinton Sinead Donnelly Sue Eckstein Monica Suswin Frans Meulenberg Oliver Samuel Kate D'Lima Robert Hamberger Corine Koppenol Paul Schatzberger Haifa Al Sanousi Yvonne Yi-Wood Mak Tim Metcalf Chris Rawlence Giles Legood Rogan Wolf River Wolton Sheelagh Gallagher Tim Jeeves Mark Cobb Kaichiro Tamba Sandra Bertman Diana Greenman John Graham-Pole David HeadThis book describes a range of successful programmes pioneered by artists, writers, nurses, musicians, therapists, social workers, and chaplains in palliative care settings. These range from simple painting and writing activities to organized communal activities like writing and performing a play.
Researching Educational Practices, Teacher Education and Professional Development for Early Language Learning: Examples from Europe (Routledge Research in Language Education)
by Sandie Mourão Carolyn LeslieRecognising the urgent need for further progress in teacher education and preparation for the success of early language learning, this volume presents research on the education and professional development of teachers, exploring how they can foster multilingual spaces in the early years of formal education.Investigating a range of European contexts, the book examines the effectiveness of teacher education for early language learning, covering contexts of multilingualism and English as a foreign language (EFL) with children under the age of 12. Split into three parts examining research into teacher practices, education, and curricula, chapters cover emerging topics such as teacher education and local linguistic encounters; global citizenship and transcultural education; linguistic landscapes and visual narratives; mixed-age classrooms and literacy skills; pre-service and in-service teacher education; and teacher and teacher educator competencies and beliefs.Offering a unique combination of foci on teachers, teacher education and classroom practice, this book will be of great interest to researchers and postgraduate students in the fields of early language education, multilingualism, EFL and teacher education more broadly. Student teachers and teachers working in early language learning contexts may also find the volume of interest.
Asperger Syndrome in the Inclusive Classroom: Advice and Strategies for Teachers
by Dion Betts Stacey W. Betts Lisa N. Gerber-EckardBased on the experiences of classroom teachers, and written from a teacher's perspective, this book provides easy-to-apply strategies that support and encourage AS students in the mainstream classroom, from organization and time management techniques to framing classroom instructions to make lessons more accessible for children with AS.
The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disorders
by Mary Lynch BarberaThe Verbal Behavior (VB) approach is a form of Applied Behavior Analysis that is based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behaviour. In this book Barbera draws on her experiences as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and also as a parent of a child with autism to explain VB and how to use it.
Professional Management Consulting: A Guide for New and Emerging Consultants (Routledge-Solaris Applied Research in Business Management and Board Governance)
by Alan J. BlackmanAt a time when consulting has increasingly come under scrutiny by governments and communities, Professional Management Consulting: A Guide for New and Emerging Consultants redefines “management consulting” and reinforces what it means to be a professional. With a focus on the importance of ethical practice and continuous personal development for building reputation, this easy‑to‑read book sets a new benchmark for aspiring consultants.Based on sound research and supported by the author’s background in leadership, management consulting practice, research, business strategy, and academia over several decades, Blackman brings together a range of tried and tested theoretical models commonly used by successful consultants. Drawing on his own experiences as a director of the industry’s peak body, the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes, he provides a clear explanation on what a management consultant is and how and why clients use consultants to help them solve complex problems and manage change. With an emphasis on the importance of building and recognising relationships as a basis for problem‑solving and implementing change, this book is an essential contribution to the profession worldwide.This book is a vital resource for new and emerging professional consultants. It is suitable as an introductory text for business/commerce and engineering undergraduate students and a secondary reading for graduate students in engineering and management.
Safeguarding Children and Schools (Best Practice in Working with Children)
by Mary BaginskySafeguarding Children and Schools explains how schools are able to contribute to keeping children safe from harm and promoting their welfare, in line with Government Every Child Matters guidelines. At a time when expectations of the role of schools are evolving, this book provides guidance and support for social care professionals.
Counselling Survivors of Domestic Abuse
by Christiane SandersonThis book explains how counsellors can facilitate recovery from domestic abuse within a secure, supportive therapeutic relationship. Essential reading for all those working with survivors of domestic abuse, it examines the therapeutic techniques and specific challenges faced by professionals when working in such areas.
Small Steps Forward: Using Games and Activities to Help Your Pre-School Child with Special Needs Second Edition
by Sarah NewmanThis new edition of an award-winning book includes up-to-date research and practice, providing parents and carers with a host of ideas to encourage their child's development. The games and activities use toys and materials which most children will already have, and involve no special preparation. They are also fun to play.
Understanding School Refusal: A Handbook for Professionals in Education, Health and Social Care
by Karen J. Grandison Louise De-Hayes M. S. ThambirajahSchool refusal is a crippling condition in which children experience extreme anxiety or panic attacks when faced with everyday school life. This book aims to explore, raise awareness of the problem and provide plans and strategies for education, health and social care professionals for identifying and addressing this problem
Learning without School: Home Education
by Ross MountneyThis book explains what home education is; the advantages and disadvantages of this route; how to begin home educating; what you need to do and how to help your child adjust; and how home education affects children's social skills and friendships. It also covers technical aspects, such as the curriculum, core subjects, exams and timetables.
Why Do I Have To?: A Book for Children Who Find Themselves Frustrated by Everyday Rules
by Laurie Leventhal-BelferThis book looks at a set of everyday challenges for children at home, with their friends, and at school. The author empathizes with children's wish to do things their way, explains clearly why their way does not work, and provides a list of practical suggestions for how to cope with these challenges and avoid feelings of frustration.
Gifted Children: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
by Kate DistinGifted Children is a lively and informative exploration of the mystery of the gifted mind and the social and emotional needs of gifted children and their families. The authors give an insight into what is 'normal' for gifted children, acknowledge the difficulties they experience, and offer pointers for parents on how to support them.
ADHD - Living without Brakes
by Martin L. KutscherThis concise book contains everything that parents and professionals need to know about ADHD. The author describes the spectrum of ADHD, the co-occurring symptoms, and common difficulties that parents face. The rest of the book focuses on solutions. The role of medication is discussed. The concluding chapter summarizes the information covered.
Understanding Controversial Therapies for Children with Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder, and Other Learning Disabilities: A Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine (JKP Essentials)
by Elizabeth A KurtzOffering a balanced overview of complementary and alternative therapies, this book will be useful for parents of children with autism, ADD or other learning disabilities. The book covers a wide variety of mind-body interventions and manipulative techniques, as well as energy therapies, biologically based methods, and alternative medical systems.
Dyslogic Syndrome: Why Millions of Kids are "Hyper," Attention-Disordered, Learning Disabled, Depressed, Aggressive, Defiant, or Violent - and What We Can Do About It
by Bernard RimlandThis book is full of advice on the safe, effective treatments that are available to children, and offers positive strategies for helping parents and professionals to do the best for their dyslogical child. Drawing on the latest research, Rimland outlines the impact of biological factors and exposes the influences of toxins and dietary deficiencies.
Social Skills Games for Children
by Deborah PlummerThis book is designed to foster successful social strategies for children aged 5-12, and will help adults to understand and reflect on children's social skills. It covers the theory behind the games, and includes a broad range of enjoyable activities: active and passive, verbal and non-verbal, and for different sized groups.
Helping Children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities to Flourish: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
by Marilyn Martin ZionMartin presents a comprehensive developmental profile of children with NLD. She helps parents and professionals to identify learners with NLD and insure they receive early intervention. Offering practical advice on NLD at home and at school, she describes step-by-step interventions for improving a range of skills from penmanship to social acumen.
Challenges to the Human Rights of People with Intellectual Disabilities
by Shelley L. Watson Barbara Vyrostko Karen Stoner Deborah Richards Yona Lunsky Jennifer Robinson Voula Marinos Jacqueline Murphy William R Lindsay Donato Tarulli Maurice Feldman Diane Cox-Lindenbaum Carol Sales Christine Tardiff-Williams Jocelin Lecomte Tricia Vause Marjorie Aunos Leanne Gosse Celine Mercier Kaleigh Regehr Beverley Fedoroff Nancy Miodrag Kajsa Klassen Krystine Donato Paul Fedoroff Carolyn Gracey Susan Havercamp Marion Trent-Kratz J Gregory OlleyThis book provides a multidisciplinary examination of human rights and the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. It combines historical, psychological, philosophical, social, educational, medical and legal perspectives to form a unique and insightful account of the subject.
Reaching and Teaching the Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Using Learning Preferences and Strengths
by Heather MacKenzieThis book provides a positive approach to understanding and educating children on the autism spectrum. The book gives greater insight into the perspective and behavior of a child with autism and explores how the child's learning preferences, strengths and interests can be used to facilitate learning and enhance motivation.
Grief in Children: A Handbook for Adults Second Edition
by Atle DyregrovThis fully-updated second edition of Grief in Children provides an overview of children's understanding of death at different ages and outlines how the adults around them can best help them cope. The author provides guidance on handling loss and bereavement at school and discusses the value of bereavement groups and support for child and caregiver.
Young People in Love and in Hate
by Nick LuxmooreThis book is about boyfriends and girlfriends - getting them, keeping them and moving on from them. The book will be essential reading for professionals and parents struggling with the ferocity of young people's feelings where 'I love you!' and 'I hate you!' are never far apart.
Breath in Action: The Art of Breath in Vocal and Holistic Practice
by Lisa Wilson David Carey Rocco Dal Vera Michael Morgan Kristin Linklater Floyd Kennedy Jessica Wolf Debbie Green Mel Churcher April Pierrot Yolanda Heman-Ackah Gillyanne Kayes Judy Lee Vivier Katya Bloom Joanna Weir Ouston Stephanie Martin Rebecca Cuthbertson Roger Smart Tara McAllister-Viel Marj McDaidBreath in Action looks at the significance of breath to human life - not just the simple fact that if we stop breathing, we die, but also the more subtle ways in which our breath interacts with our voice and our being. Combining theory with practice, many of the chapters also offer clearly laid out breathing exercises and techniques.
Job Success for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
by David WieganIn the USA alone, there are roughly three million individuals living with a developmental disability, but less than a third are active in the labour market. This book provides a comprehensive approach to developing a successful jobs program for persons with developmental disabilities, drawn from the author's extensive experience and real success.