Growing up with autism [[electronic resource] ] : working with school-age children and adolescents / / edited by Robin L. Gabriels, Dina E. Hill

• Pubblicazione: New York, : Guilford Press, c2007
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (320 p.)
• Disciplina: 618.92/85882
• Soggetto topico: Autism in children; Autism in adolescence
• Altri autori: GabrielsRobin L. <1962-> HillDina E. <1965->
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: I. The individual with autism. Understanding behavioral and emotional issues in autism / Robin L. Gabriels -- Medical health assessment and treatment issues in autism / Edward Goldson and Margaret Bauman -- Sexuality and autism: individual, family, and community perspectives and interventions / Robin L. Gabriels and Mary E. Van Bourgondien -- Communication and language issues in less able school-age children with autism / Diane Twachtman-Cullen and Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly -- Sensory processing disorders in children with autism: nature, assessment, and intervention / Eynat Gal, Sharon A. Cermak, and Ayelet Ben-Sasson -- Assistive technology as an aid in reducing social impairments in autism / Ofer Golan, Paul G. LaCava, and Simon Baron-Cohen. II. Family and caregivers of the individual with autism. Advocating for services: legal issues confronting parents and guardians / Wayne Steedman -- Family resources during the school-age years / April W. Block and Stephen R. Block -- Family vacations and leisure time: considerations and accommodations / Sharon Lerner-Baron. III. Community aspects of intervention. Building a foundation for successful school transitions and educational placement / Ramona Noland, Nancy Cason, and Alan Lincoln -- Translating early intervention into positive outcomes / Laurie Sperry and Gary Mesibov -- School consultation and interventions for middle school and high school students with autism / Brian R. Lopez ... [et al.] -- Criminal justice issues and autistic disorders / Alicia V. Hall ... [et al.].
• Sommario/riassunto: Individuals with autism and their caregivers face unique challenges in later childhood and adolescence. This volume translates research on the needs of this population into practical recommendations for clinicians and educators. The book features vivid case examples and an in-depth, reproducible assessment form. Accessible guidance and hands-on suggestions are provided for supporting positive behavior, communication, and social skills; managing issues related to mental and physical health and sexuality; helping families access services and navigate the legal system; and optimizing the
• Titolo autorizzato: Growing up with autism
• ISBN: 1-281-12404-4; 9786611124045; 1-59385-731-4
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910778258103321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II