Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults 2nd Edition
Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults 2nd Edition

Author: Theresa Regan

Publisher: Indiego Publishing LLC

Published: 2021-06-24

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 9781946824929

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NEW EDITION 2021 with updated research, additional insight and strategies for communication, information about autism in special populations (such as the gender diverse, those with problematic internet use and gaming addictions, females, and more), and a new chapter on aging and dementia. Autism is a childhood condition ... right? Not right. Children with autism grow into adults with autism. The great strides we have made in understanding childhood autistic behaviors and interventions have lagged dramatically behind the needs of aging autistics. What of the young adult trying to build relationships? What of the middle aged autistic adult who has been misdiagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and lacks an effective treatment plan? What of the aging adult who is showing increasingly rigid autistic behaviors and is misdiagnosed as having frontotemporal dementia? Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults is a one-of-a-kind resource designed to improve the correct diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder in adults. Filled with clinical stories that bring to life the concepts discussed, the book provides strategy-based interventions to address issues of personal and household management, medical care, communication, sensory processing symptoms, and emotional and behavioral regulation.

Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults
Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults

Author: Theresa M. Regan

Publisher: Indiego Publishing LLC

Published: 2017-04-02

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 9781946824004

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Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults by Theresa Regan is designed to improve the correct diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder in adults. This book provides strategy-based interventions to address issues of personal and household management, medical care, communication, sensory processing symptoms and emotional and behavioral regulation.

Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults 2nd Edition
Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults 2nd Edition

Author: Theresa Regan

Publisher: Indiego Publishing LLC

Published: 2021-06-24

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 9781946824912

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Autism is a childhood condition ... right? Not right. Children with autism grow into adults with autism. The great strides we have made in understanding childhood autistic behaviors and interventions have lagged dramatically behind the needs of aging autistics. What of the young adult trying to build relationships? What of the middle aged autistic adult who has been misdiagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and lacks an effective treatment plan? What of the aging adult who is showing increasingly rigid autistic behaviors and is misdiagnosed as having frontotemporal dementia? Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults is a one-of-a-kind resource designed to improve the correct diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder in adults. Filled with clinical stories that bring to life the concepts discussed, the book provides strategy-based interventions to address issues of personal and household management, medical care, communication, sensory processing symptoms, and emotional and behavioral regulation.

Older Adults and Autism Spectrum Conditions
Older Adults and Autism Spectrum Conditions

Author: Dr Wenn Lawson

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2015-08-21

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0857008137

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The first book to look seriously at the practical issues facing older adults with autism spectrum conditions (ASC), Wenn Lawson's groundbreaking handbook offers support, advice, and sensible ways in which to look at the issues. Informed by current research, interviews with older people diagnosed with ASC and his own experience, the author covers a multitude of issues including dealing with transitions and changes to routine, communicating an individual's particular needs and wishes to care home staff, the social and financial impact of retirement, mental health, and sensory and physical changes and challenges. Older people with ASC and their family and friends, as well as the professionals supporting them, will find this an indispensable and accessible book.

Is This Autism?
Is This Autism?

Author: Donna Henderson

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2023-07-25

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1000911578

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This companion guide to Is This Autism? A Guide for Clinicians and Everyone Else shows clinicians how to assess for the possibility of autism in clients of all ages. Understanding of autism has greatly expanded in recent years, and many clinicians feel ill-equipped or confused about how to incorporate this knowledge into their diagnostic process. As a result, countless unidentified autistic people do not have reasonable access to proper identification or support. This book describes current assessment methods, including interviewing, rating scales, self-report measures, social cognition tests, and behavioral observations. It also provides guidance regarding cultural considerations, common mistakes, and how to communicate with and support clients through the diagnostic process. This very practical clinical guide provides a clear and neurodiversity-affirmative approach to autism assessment, particularly for autistic individuals who have previously been missed. It is relevant to all healthcare professionals who want to learn how to identify autism in their clients.

Autism Spectrum Disorder in Mid and Later Life
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Mid and Later Life

Author: Scott D. Wright

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2016-01-21

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13: 1784500372

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Bringing together international academics and professionals who are actively researching and working in the field, this pioneering scholarly volume covers the issues faced by individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) in mid and later life. Including a range of personal, academic and clinical perspectives, the book considers historical and contemporary perspectives on autism, including diagnosis, developmental outcomes and life course issues. Attention is given to medical, care and psychological issues that arise as people with ASD age, such as declining cognitive function and speech and communication issues. Family, community support, housing, advocacy, and socio-cultural considerations for older adults with ASD are also given careful consideration, and there are chapters on relationship and sexuality issues and on environmental design.

A Practical Guide to Autism
A Practical Guide to Autism

Author: Fred R. Volkmar

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-08-31

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 111968580X

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An accessible guide to the most recent information about autism The revised and updated second edition of A Practical Guide to Autism offers an authoritative guide to the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of Autism/Autism Spectrum Disorder. Written by two highly regarded medical professionals, the book offers parents, family memberts, and teachers a useful review of the concept of autism, its diagnosis, and the most current treatments available. This comprehensive resource covers the range of the condition in infants, young, and school age children, adolescents, and adults. The authors explore evidence-based treatments and review of some of the alternative and complementary treatments proposed for autism. Information on educational programs and entitlement services are also provided. In addition, the book contains information on issues, such as medical care, medication use, safety, behavioral, and mental health problems. The book covers the range of ages and entire spectrum of autism and provides an introduction to the diagnostic concept. With the expanding number of treatments and interventions this book is a useful guide for all those involved in caring for individuals on the autism spectrum. This important guide: Offers lists of resources for parents and professionals compiled by experts in the field and reviewed by parents. Includes updated research that adheres to DSM-5 standards. Provides an accessible resource with succinct content delivery Contains new discussions on modern treatments that have been identified since the publication of the first edition. Written for parents, teachers, and caregivers, A Practical Guide to Autism, Second Edition offers an updated and expanded edition to the practical guide to autism.

An Adult with an Autism Diagnosis
An Adult with an Autism Diagnosis

Author: Gillan Drew

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2017-03-21

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1784505307

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Being diagnosed with autism as an adult can be disorienting and isolating; however, if you can understand the condition and how it affects perceptions, relationships, and your relationship with the world in general, a happy and successful life is attainable. Through an introduction to the autism spectrum, and how the Level 1 diagnosis is characterised, the author draws on personal experiences to provide positive advice on dealing with life, health, and relationships following an adult diagnosis. The effect of autism on social skills is described with tips for dealing with family and personal relationships, parenting, living arrangements, and employment. Important topics include disclosure, available resources, and options for different therapeutic routes. On reading this book, you will learn a lot more about the autism spectrum at Level 1, be able to separate the facts from the myths, and gain an appreciation of the strengths of autism, and how autism can affect many aspects of everyday life. Drawing from the author's lived experience, this book is an essential guide for all newly diagnosed adults on the autism spectrum, their families and friends, and all professionals new to working with adults with ASDs.

Understanding Autistic Behaviors
Understanding Autistic Behaviors

Author: Theresa Regan

Publisher: Indiego Publishing LLC

Published: 2018-03-23

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781946824158

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Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder usually receive a diagnosis when certain behaviors negatively impact their health, independence, and quality of life. These behaviors are evident across the lifespan. A correct diagnosis of ASD is an essential first step in navigating this journey.

Older Adults: Understanding and Facilitating Transitions
Older Adults: Understanding and Facilitating Transitions

Author: Annette M. Lane

Publisher:

Published: 2018-11-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781524976439

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Illustrates the complexities of the transitions faced by older adults and their family members, and offers ideas for nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other health and human service professionals in working with vulnerable aging individuals.