National Autism Plan for Children (NAPC)
Author: Ann Le Couteur
Publisher: National Autistic Society
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 150
ISBN-13: 9781899280858
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Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Author: Christine Hooper
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2012-02-24
Total Pages: 529
ISBN-13: 1444146009
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe book covers all the core aspects of child and adolescent mental health, starting with the background to emotional and behavioural problems and looking at models and tools for assessment and treatment before examining specific problems encountered in children, young people, and their families from different cultural backgrounds.Key featuresclear
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Author: Cathy Laver-Bradbury
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2021-05-12
Total Pages: 635
ISBN-13: 1000373274
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis textbook provides an overview of child and adolescent mental health. The text covers all core aspects on the subject, from the importance of knowing why mental health in children is important, to how to assess, formulate and treat a variety of presentations seen in children and young people. Beginning with an overview of conditions and the background to emotional and behavioural problems, the book examines the different models and tools used to assess and treat children and young people and provides an outline of the practitioners working to help this population. Chapters consider the many diverse identities and groups within the population, addressing specific problems encountered in children, young people and their families from different cultural backgrounds. This revised edition addresses issues of current public debate such as gender identity and the role of social media in children's and young people’s development and behaviour. Featuring authors from a variety of clinical and research backgrounds, this fully revised third edition is an important resource for all professionals working with children, young people and their families, including student and practitioner psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, mental health nurses and social care specialists.
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Author: Jill Boucher
Publisher: SAGE
Published: 2022-03-16
Total Pages: 405
ISBN-13: 1529744687
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat are the historical foundations of autism and what precisely is meant by the ′autistic spectrum′? How can we explain behavioural patterns of people with autism, young or old, and what are the major theoretical bases for understanding these? What is the latest thinking regarding diagnosis, and what are the most effective strategies for assessment, education and care for people on the autistic spectrum? From historical information to methods of assessment, and from intervention to education and support, this informative and accessible text explores theories at the psychological, neurobiological and ′first cause′ levels. This fully up to date Third Edition answers these questions with a strong practical focus, encompassing the latest research on autistic spectrum disorders. New features include: Further reading suggestions Glossary of technical terms Updated information on autism support services Personal illustrative examples Jill Boucher is a retired academic psychologist. Her most recent post was Professor of Developmental Psychology at City, University of London.
The Complete Autism Handbook
Author: Kathryn Wicks
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2013-04-01
Total Pages: 475
ISBN-13: 1922190349
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhen first published in 2008, The Australian Autism Handbook quickly became the go-to guide for parents whose children have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. The Complete Autism Handbook is a practical and comprehensive guide to every aspect of raising an ASD child. Including: * What is ASD? - Early signs and symptoms * Getting a Diagnosis * Early Intervention – early intervention is vital in helping a child with ASD * The Medical Maze – explains the evidence based medical theories behind ASD and why there is such controversy In this new edition, the book has been completely revised and updated with new chapters on: Dads and Siblings Teen issues Expanded information on autism and Asperger’s syndrome Updated information on early intervention DSM5 diagnostic criteria The second part of the book is an invaluable Resource Guide which lists each federal and state supports plus a comprehensive list of websites and books.
Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Author: Fred R. Volkmar
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2019-01-24
Total Pages: 269
ISBN-13: 1108693628
DOWNLOAD EBOOKInterest in autism and related disorders has exploded. Established as an essential book on this complex syndrome, the new edition has been extensively revised to reflect significant advances in research. Featuring contributions from leading international authorities in the clinical and social sciences, the book covers recent progress in our understanding of the field and offers a perspective on the present state of the discipline. With new material on topics such as evidence-based treatment and practice, the book covers changes in diagnosis resulting from the publication of DSM-V, and developments in how autism is understood, including the removal of language delay as a necessary diagnostic criterion. Far-reaching, the book considers aspects from epidemiology, genetics, and neurobiology, to core symptoms, early interventions, and pharmacology. One section critically surveys the history of autism as a diagnostic concept, and issues such as an ageing population and the impact of research on national policy are considered.
Securing Appropriate Education Provision for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Author: Allison Hope-West
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 146
ISBN-13: 1849051534
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis guide walks you through the entire journey of securing appropriate educational provision for a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The author explains the implications of having, or not having, a diagnosis; how to obtain a Statement of SEN; how to find and secure an appropriate school; and how to work effectively with outside agencies.
Autism in the Early Years
Author: Val Cumine
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2009-12-04
Total Pages: 121
ISBN-13: 113522367X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe authors describe the characteristics of autism as they present themselves in the early years, consider the nature of autism and the issues surrounding assessment and diagnosis, and offer practical strategies for effective intervention.
The Australian Autism Handbook
Author: Benison O'Reilly
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Published: 2013-04
Total Pages: 369
ISBN-13: 1459659856
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe only complete guide to every aspect of raising a child with an autism spectrum disorder in Australia. The Australian Autism Handbook offers guidance, expert advice and above all support to parents and health professionals from the early signs and symptoms of ASD through diagnosis, the intervention programs, medical theories and schooling. It also contains the most comprehensive state - by - state guide to the resources available for ASD families in Australia.
All About Me
Author: Andrew Miller
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published: 2018-01-18
Total Pages: 258
ISBN-13: 1784503932
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBased 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.
