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Can I tell you about Asperger Syndrome?by Jude Welton; Elizabeth Newson; Jane Telford
Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2003; US$ 9.95'Jude Welton gives the young child with Asperger's the power of his own voice in explaining himself to his friends. Her calm and deceptively simple approach is complemented by Jane Telford's reassuringly everyday pictures. Parents have needed this book for a very long time.'. - Elizabeth Newson, Early Years Diagnostic Centre. Meet Adam - a young boy with AS. Adam invites young readers to learn about AS from his perspective. He helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS - he tells them what AS is, what it feels like to have AS and how they can help children with AS by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. This illustrated book is ideally suited for boys and girls between 7 and 15 years... more...
Anger Managementby Hrepsime Gulbenkoglu; Nick Hagiliassis
Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2006; US$ 55.00Many people with intellectual disabilities have difficulty managing feelings of anger. Anger Management is a complete training package for helping people with intellectual or physical disabilities deal with anger in constructive, effective ways. The training program consists of 12 fully-scripted sessions dealing with topics such as recognising feelings of anger, learning to relax and think calmly, and being assertive and handling problems competently. Each session follows a standard format, including introductions, reviews of previous sessions, and explanations. Photocopiable handouts, facilitator's script and evaluation sheets are provided for each session. Designed specifically for people with intellectual disabilities, but suitable for people... more...
Employment for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome or Non-Verbal Learning Disabilityby Yvona Fast
Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2004; US$ 22.95Most people with Non-Verbal Learning Disorder (NLD) or Asperger Syndrome (AS) are underemployed. This book sets out to change this. With practical and technical advice on everything from job hunting to interview techniques, from 'fitting in' in the workplace to whether or not to disclose a diagnosis, this book guides people with NLD or AS successfully through the employment field. There is also information for employers, agencies and careers counsellors on AS and NLD as 'invisible' disabilities, including an analysis of the typical strengths of somebody with NLD or AS, and how to use these positively in the workplace. Practical information and lists of career resources are supported by numerous case studies to inspire and advise. An essential... more...
Asperger Syndrome and Employmentby Sarah Hendrickx
Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2008; US$ 19.95The 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 identifies why this is the case by asking the individuals concerned what they find difficult about working. Looking at expectations, motivations, working conditions and other factors, Sarah Hendrickx explores the reasons why work just doesn't work for many people with Asperger Syndrome and how to resolve these issues. Featuring personal stories from those with AS, the book highlights successful scenarios and provides suggestions for both employers and those in search of work on how to improve employment for the benefit of everyone. Asperger Syndrome... more...
Disability and the Life Courseby Mark Priestley
Cambridge University Press 2001; US$ 32.00Explores the global experience of disability using a novel life course approach. more...
Children's Understanding of Disabilityby Ann Lewis
Routledge 1995; US$ 57.50This book is a timely addition to the debate surrounding the integration of special needs children into ordinary schools, seen through the eyes of the children themselves. more...
Children with Visual Impairmentsby Alec Webster; Joao Roe
Routledge 1997; US$ 64.95This book sets out a basis for addressing the individual needs of children with a wide range of visual impairments, It includes a comprehensive range of strategies for enabling early exploration concept-building, language and literacy. more...
Remaking the Bodyby Wendy Seymour
Routledge 1998; US$ 59.95In this major new contribution to the field of the sociology of the body, Wendy Seymour interviews people who have suffered profound bodily paralysis and explores their sense of an embodied self. Essential reading for rehabilitation professionals more...
Bathing - the Body and Community Careby Julia Twigg
Routledge 2000; US$ 55.95This book examines the work of a major employment group within the health and welfare field. It relates to debates on the body and issues associated with disability, personal space and autonomy and the power of dynamics of care. more...
Disability in Jewish Lawby Tzvi C. Marx
Routledge 2002; US$ 195.00Tzvi C. Marx answers the pressing need for insight into the position of Jewish law with respect to the rights and status of those with physical impairments, and the corresponding duties of the non-disabled. more...