Autism teens
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M in the Middle
Secret Crushes, Mega-Colossal Anxiety and the People’s Republic of Autism
The Students of Limpsfield Grange School and Vicky Martin
From the authors of M is for Autism, this YA novel follows M after her autism diagnosis. Faced with an exciting crush, a pushy friend and an unhelpful Headteacher, how long until the beast of anxiety pounces again? Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 7.72in x 5.04in / 196mm x 128mm, 352pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 97817859203492016, Ebook, ePUB, 352pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-286-7 -
Digital Kids
How to Balance Screen Time, and Why it Matters
Martin L. Kutscher, MD
Help children and young people to have healthy relationships with the internet with this handy book. Showing you when and why exposure to digital media becomes excessive and problematic, this book also provides practical steps for dealing with problems effectively. The book also includes advice for working with kids with ADHD and autism. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 8.46in x 6.57in / 215mm x 167mm, 144pp, CA$21.95ISBN: 97817859271262016, Ebook, ePUB, 128pp, CA$21.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-296-6 -
Autism, Anxiety and Me
A Diary in Even Numbers
Emma Louise Bridge
Emma's unique perspective as a young woman with autism and social anxiety gives a fascinating take on challenging issues such as employment, the transition to adulthood, friendships, and sensory sensitivity. Her diary provides an original voice from someone still in the process of figuring it all out. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 7.80in x 6.69in / 198mm x 170mm, 224pp, CA$26.95ISBN: 97817859207762016, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, CA$26.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-336-9 -
Something Different About Dad
How to Live with Your Amazing Asperger Parent
Kirsti Evans and John Swogger, illustrated by John Swogger
Sophie and Daniel's Dad is different. Join them as they learn the reasons behind his difficulty with communication, flexible thinking, sensory and motor skills and anxiety, and find ways to make family life easier for everyone. This warm and honest comic is perfect for any family with a parent on the autism spectrum. Learn More2016, 152pp -
Developing Workplace Skills for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The BASICS College Curriculum
Michelle Rigler, Amy Rutherford and Emily Quinn
This practical college curriculum helps students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to enter into working life with confidence. Suitable for independent or guided study, it teaches young people strategies for managing the stresses and challenges of employment. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 10.98in x 8.54in / 279mm x 217mm, 224pp, CA$54.00ISBN: 978-1-84905-799-82016, Ebook, PDF, 224pp, CA$54.00ISBN: 978-1-78450-097-9 -
When Young People with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Hit Puberty
A Parents’ Q&A Guide to Health, Sexuality and Relationships
Freddy Jackson Brown and Sarah Brown. Foreword by Professor Richard Hastings
Written for parents and carers of young people with an intellectual disability or autism, this guide provides answers the questions that you may have felt too uncomfortable to ask before. Supported by case studies, the authors offer professional guidance on supporting and responding to your child's emerging sexuality. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 8.50in x 5.43in / 216mm x 138mm, 192pp, CA$31.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-648-92016, Ebook, ePUB, 192pp, CA$31.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-216-4 -
Teaching University Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
A Guide to Developing Academic Capacity and Proficiency
Kimberley McMahon-Coleman and Kim Draisma
Drawing on the latest research, this book offers practical strategies for supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in tertiary education. By looking at common issues faced by students with ASD, teaching and support staff will better understand how to help students develop vital skills needed for academic success. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.91in / 228mm x 150mm, 216pp, CA$48.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-420-12016, Ebook, ePUB, 216pp, CA$48.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-798-8 -
Parties, Dorms and Social Norms
A Crash Course in Safe Living for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Lisa M. Meeks and Tracy Loye Masterson with Michelle Rigler and Emily Quinn, illustrated by Amy Rutherford
For young people with ASD, navigating leaving home, parties, and the first sexual encounters of their twenties can be tricky. This practical guide is full of tips for how to stay safe while making the most out of life and it includes advice on socialising, relationships, online safety, looking after your health, and more. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 7.91in x 6.42in / 201mm x 163mm, 288pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-746-22016, Ebook, ePUB, 288pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-192-1 -
Sex, Drugs and Asperger's Syndrome (ASD)
A User Guide to Adulthood
Luke Jackson, Foreword by Tony Attwood
Luke Jackson serves up a sparkling guide to young adulthood on the autism spectrum in this sequel to his best-selling Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome. Offering personal insights, he covers everything from bullying and drugs to finding a job, navigating relationships, and sex. A must read for all young adults with autism. Learn More2016, Hardback, 9.41in x 6.38in / 239mm x 162mm, 208pp, CA$29.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-645-82016, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, CA$21.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-139-6 -
Elemental Island
Kathy Hoopmann and J.S. Kiss
Astie is different. She wants to study fashion but no one in her class understands why. Then she is diagnosed with Social Syndrome and becomes even more left out and frustrated. But when a stranger appears on the island, Astie's differences are called upon to find out who he is. What she finds will shake the island's very core... Learn More2015, Hardback, 8.82in x 6.22in / 224mm x 158mm, 224pp, CA$26.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-658-82015, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, CA$26.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-228-7