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All Birds Have Anxiety
Kathy Hoopmann
All Birds Have Anxiety explores the symptoms of anxiety disorder and their impact on day-to-day life through colourful images of life as a bird. Its humorous yet gentle approach recognises the stress that anxiety can cause, helping people to better understand how it feels to have anxiety. Learn More2017, Hardback, 8.58in x 8.43in / 218mm x 214mm, 72pp, CA$19.95ISBN: 97817859218272017, Ebook, PDF, 72pp, CA$19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-454-0 -
How to start, carry on and end conversations
Scripts for social situations for people on the autism spectrum
Paul Jordan. Foreword by Tony Attwood.
Drawing on his own experience on the autism spectrum and his knowledge of linguistics, Paul Jordan provides simple 'scripts for thinking' that will help teens with autism to make sense of social situations and engage in everyday conversations. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 7.80in x 6.30in / 198mm x 160mm, 88pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 97817859224592017, Ebook, ePUB, 96pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-529-5 -
The Weighted Blanket Guide
Everything You Need to Know about Weighted Blankets and Deep Pressure for Autism, Chronic Pain, and Other Conditions
Eileen Parker and Cara Koscinski
This concise guide provides everything you need to know about deep pressure and using weighted blankets to help with sensory integration, improve sleep, lessen anxiety, ease chronic pain, and more. Based on up-to-date research, it dispels online myths and provides reliable information on selecting safe and effective weighted blankets. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 8.50in x 6.46in / 216mm x 164mm, 112pp, CA$23.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-718-92016, Ebook, ePUB, 112pp, CA$23.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-202-7 -
Sensory Perceptual Issues in Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Second Edition
Different Sensory Experiences - Different Perceptual Worlds
Olga Bogdashina, Foreword by Manuel F. Casanova
The fully revised edition of this bestselling book brings the understanding of sensory perceptual issues in autism up to date with current research. It describes sensory perceptual experiences and sensitivities and explains the cognitive differences caused by them. The final chapters are devoted to assessment and different methods of intervention. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 5.98in / 226mm x 152mm, 288pp, CA$37.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-673-12016, Ebook, ePUB, 288pp, CA$37.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-179-2 -
The Secrets in Their Eyes
Transforming the Lives of People with Cognitive, Emotional, Learning, or Movement Disorders or Autism by Changing the Visual Software of the Brain
Melvin Kaplan
Problems with vision can cause practical, emotional and behavioral difficulties. The author shows how cutting-edge vision therapy techniques can immediately rectify these problems, by looking at the software of the eye to identify the underlying cause, and using visual management programs to ensure permanent results. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.14in / 228mm x 156mm, 208pp, CA$38.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-736-32015, Ebook, ePUB, 224pp, CA$38.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-140-2 -
The Passionate Mind
How People with Autism Learn
Wendy Lawson, illustrated by Lisa Simone
Lawson lays out her theory of Single Attention and Associated Cognition in Autism. Whereas neurotypical people easily shift their attention from one interest to another, those on the autism spectrum tend to focus on a single theme. When this learning style is understood individuals on the autism spectrum can achieve their full potential. Learn More2010, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 6.89in / 229mm x 175mm, 224pp, CA$34.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-121-72011, Ebook, ePUB, 224pp, CA$34.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-313-3 -
Writers on the Spectrum
How Autism and Asperger Syndrome have Influenced Literary Writing
Julie Brown
Some of the world's most celebrated authors indicate signs of autism and AS. Through analysis of biographies, autobiographies, letters and diaries, Professor Julie Brown identifies literary talents who display characteristics of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and uncovers the similarities in their writing that suggest atypical, autistic brains. Learn More2009, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 6.50in / 226mm x 165mm, 240pp, CA$76.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-913-62009, Ebook, ePUB, 240pp, CA$76.00ISBN: 978-0-85700-218-1 -
An Asperger Dictionary of Everyday Expressions
Second Edition
Ian Stuart-Hamilton
This dictionary aims to dispel any confusion that arises from the misinterpretation of language. It provides explanations of over 5000 idiomatic expressions and a useful guide to their politeness level. Each expression is accompanied by a clear explanation of its meaning and when and how it might be used. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 9.21in x 6.22in / 234mm x 158mm, 256pp, CA$36.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-518-32006, Ebook, ePUB, 256pp, CA$36.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-578-3 -
Asperger's Syndrome and High Achievement
Some Very Remarkable People
Ioan James
This fascinating collection identifies famous figures from the past whose behaviour suggests they may have had autism, a disorder that was not defined until the mid-20th century. James looks at the lives of 20 individuals - scientists, artists, politicians and philosophers - examining their interests, successes, indifferences and shortcomings. Learn More2005, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 224pp, CA$34.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-388-22005, Ebook, ePUB, 224pp, CA$34.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-452-6 -
The Genesis of Artistic Creativity
Asperger's Syndrome and the Arts
Michael Fitzgerald
This book is a revealing exploration of the lives of 21 famous writers, philosophers, musicians and painters including George Orwell, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Andy Warhol and many others, in light of the recognized criteria for diagnosis of high-functioning autism and Asperger's Syndrome (AS). Learn More2005, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.91in / 228mm x 150mm, 256pp, CA$41.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-334-9
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