Autism and Aspergers Books
Writers on the Spectrum: How Autism and Asperger Syndrome Have Influenced Literary Writing
From Hans Christian Andersen's fairytale characters to Lewis Carroll's "Wonderland" and Emily Dickinson's poetic imagery, the writings and lives of some of the world's most celebrated authors... (more)
Understanding Intensive Interaction: Context and Concepts for Professionals and Families
Intensive interaction is a valuable approach, with the potential to enhance radically the well-being of difficult-to-reach individuals, such as those with profound and severe learning disabilities,... (more)
Autism and Early Years Practice: Second Edition
This new edition of the leading book in autism and early years practice continues to provide excellent guidance for all early years students and practitioners on how to work with young children who... (more)
A Spectrum of Light: Inspirational Interviews with Families Affected by Autism
The emotional trauma that families go through when they find out their child has an autism spectrum disorder can feel like being plunged into darkness. Francesca Bierens is here to show that there is... (more)
Autism and Its Medical Management: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Autism and its Medical Management clearly explains the medical aspects of autism and how both parents and professionals can use current medical knowledge to better understand how to address the... (more)
The Imprinted Brain: How Genes Set the Balance Between Autism and Psychosis
Sets out a radical new theory of the mind and mental illness based on the recent discovery of genomic imprinting. Imprinted genes are those from one parent that, in that parent's interest, are... (more)
Group Interventions for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Focus on Social Competency and Social Skills
Given the significant core deficits in social interaction and communication that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) demonstrate, it is critical to understand and develop interventions which... (more)
Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome: Understanding Adults on the Autism Spectrum
"Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome" is a practical, problem-solving guide for those caring for or supporting an adult with Asperger Syndrome (AS). It will help them understand the condition and... (more)
Coach Yourself Through the Autism Spectrum
Parenting a child with autism can be isolating, draining, and stressful. Parenting a neurotypical child alongside them is even more complicated and confusing. "Coach Yourself through the Autism... (more)
Disabled Church - Disabled Society: The Implications of Autism for Philosophy, Theology and Politics
In this moving and intelligent book John Gillibrand, an Anglican priest, draws on his experience of caring for his non-verbal son, Adam, who has autism and is now a teenager. He reflects on how the... (more)
A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism: A Handbook for Professionals
Over 80 genetic conditions have now been reported in people who have also been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). A number of these have specific implications for management and... (more)
Authentic Dialogue with Persons Who are Developmentally Disabled: Sad without Tears
It has often been assumed that people with developmental disabilities are incapable of expressing or acquiring the level of emotional insight and sensitivity necessary to engage in any kind of... (more)
A Special Book About Me: A Book for Children Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome
This book offers a fun and accessible introduction for a child diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome (AS). Intended as a support tool in the initial period after diagnosis, "A Special Book About Me" is... (more)
First Steps in Intervention with Your Child with Autism: Frameworks for Communication
One of the major difficulties for children with autism is in developing social empathy in the same way as other children. The earlier this problem is addressed, the more effectively these skills can... (more)
Fathering Your Special Child: A Book for Fathers or Carers of Children Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome
This book offers a fun and accessible introduction for the father or carer of a child diagnosed with AS. Intended as a support tool in the initial period after diagnosis, "Fathering Your Special... (more)
Asperger Syndrome and Anxiety: A Guide to Successful Stress Management
On a daily basis people with AS must fit into a world that seems totally foreign to them and this can increase feelings of alienation and anxiety, making life's challenges especially hard to cope... (more)
Art as an Early Intervention Tool for Children with Autism
The early years are the most critical period of learning for a child with autism. Therapeutic art-making can be a useful tool to tap into their imaginations and help them to express their thoughts... (more)
The Autism Checklist: A Practical Reference for Parents and Teachers
A practical resource filled with information, tips, and checklists for helping kids with autism. This useful, accessible guide offers teachers and parents a better understanding of children on the... (more)
A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism: A Handbook for Parents and Carers
This book provides parents with a complete overview of the genetic disorders most commonly associated with autism, including those linked to immune dysfunction, gastrointestinal disturbances,... (more)
Can the World Afford Autistic Spectrum Disorder? Nonverbal Communication, Asperger Syndrome and the Interbrain
The world affords to most of us a web of subliminal nonverbal communication that regulates our minds, indicates whether our beliefs have, or have not, social approval, and generally guides us. People... (more)
Appreciating Asperger Syndrome: Looking at the Upside - with 300 Positive Points
In many respects, Asperger Syndrome (AS) has a more negative image than it deserves, and often this is because of the challenge it represents to other people. In this book, Brenda Boyd challenges... (more)
Hints and Tips for Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Useful Strategies for Home, School, and the Community
If you have a child on the autism spectrum who struggles with the challenges of daily life, then this book is for you! Hints and Tips is peppered with vignettes and stories of real-life situations... (more)
Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum: What Parents and Professionals Should Know About the Pre-teen and Teenage Years
Growing up isn't easy, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager can be particularly confusing for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). This book covers all the concerns commonly... (more)
Asperger Syndrome and Employment: What People with Asperger Syndrome Really Really Want
The number of adults with Asperger Syndrome retaining full-time employment is extremely low in comparison to those who may be considered to have more limiting conditions and disabilities. This book... (more)
Adults on the Autism Spectrum Leave the Nest: Achieving Supported Independence
Children on the Autism Spectrum often grow up to find they are unable to cope effectively with the challenges of adult life. This book shows that, with the appropriate lifelong care from parents and... (more)
A Book About What Autism Can be Like
Chris and Andrew are very good friends, but sometimes Chris does things that Andrew doesn't understand. Chris can hear a fly buzzing when it's a mile away! But he doesn't like bright flashing lights... (more)
Autism: A Very Short Introduction
What causes autism? Is it a genetic disorder, or due to some unknown environmental hazard? Are we facing an autism epidemic? What are the main symptoms, and how does it relate to Asperger syndrome?... (more)
The Red Beast: Controlling Anger in Children with Asperger's Syndrome
This book presents an accessible, fun way to talk about anger, with useful tips about how to tame the 'red beast' and guidance for parents on how anger affects children with Asperger's Syndrome. Deep... (more)
Hope for the Autism Spectrum: A Mother and Son Journey of Insight and Biomedical Intervention (Hardback)
This book shows how important it is to understand both the child's mind and body, and explores how, when underlying physical problems are treated, brain function and troublesome behaviors often... (more)
The Girl Who Spoke with Pictures: Autism Through Art
For many years Eileen Miller's daughter, Kim, was unable to verbalize her experiences and emotions, but she was able to communicate using a less conventional language: her art. This book tells the... (more)