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The Handbook of Autism
Taylor and Francis 2002; US$ 53.95This updated edition of the Handbook of Autism explores and expands on the practical and jargon free information of the best-selling first edition. The authors dispel many of the myths surrounding this puzzling and complex disorder. They provide practical information that makes sense, covering both medical and educational issues. Revised research... more...
New Perspectives in Special Education
Taylor and Francis 1995; US$ 63.95It is now widely believed in many Western countries that the segregation of students with special educational needs is problematic, and that wherever possible these students should be educated alongside their peers in regular education settings. There has been a general move towards integrating special and regular education into one system that caters... more...
A Real Boy
Penguin Group Inc. 2005; US$ 22.00Jonah Adams was diagnosed as autistic at two years and eight months. Just a few years later, a doctor refused to believe such a diagnosis could ever have been given to this healthy, happy boy. This is the true story of how Jonah's mother, Christina, seized his limited window of opportunity for recovery. Detailing how she utilized a combination of... more...
The Late Talker
St. Martin's Press 2004; US$ 15.99Every parent eagerly awaits the day his or her child will speak for the first time. For millions of mothers and fathers, however, anticipation turns to anxiety when those initial, all-important words are a long time coming. Many worried parents are reassured that their child is "just a late talker," but unfortunately, all too often that is not the... more...
Understanding Mental Retardation
University Press of Mississippi 2004; US$ 14.00CONSUMER HEALTH-->. What measures can parents and advocates take to insure that people who have mental retardation live full, rewarding lives from infancy to old age?. Understanding Mental Retardation explores a diverse group of disorders from their biological roots to the everyday challenges faced by this special population and their families.... more...
An A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism
Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2011; US$ 29.95The book covers the main genetic disorders associated with autism, including those linked to growth differences, neurodevelopmental problems, gastrointestinal disturbances epilepsy and many others. It alphabetically lists the conditions next to information about how common they are, causes, signs, symptoms, and methods of treatment and management. more...
Dietary Interventions in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2008; US$ 29.95The author explores dietary approaches that have been advocated in ASD. For each approach, he explores the potential benefits; evidence for and against the diet; and sources of further information. He describes his own approach, the Simple Restriction Diet (SRD) explaining how to implement it and work out whether a dietary approach is of benefit. more...
The Red Beast
Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2008; US$ 21.95This vibrant fully illustrated children's storybook is written for children aged 5+, and is 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. more...
Challenging the Myths of Autism
HarperCollins Canada 2011; Not AvailableHow many times have you heard that people with autism lack creativity? That they reject affection or suffer from mental retardation? As the number of children diagnosed with autism surges, researchers and educators are racing to define the amorphous nature of this spectrum disorder and its wide range of symptoms. But in trying to characterize this... more...
The ADHD Parenting Handbook
Taylor Trade Publishing 2006; US$ 9.99Practical advice for parents from parents, and proven techniques for raising hyperactive children without losing your temper. more...









