Demystifying the Autistic Experience

A Humanistic Introduction for Parents, Caregivers and Educators

Häftad, Engelska, 2002

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Beskrivning

Parents, caregivers and educators are often at a loss about how best to support an individual with autism because they are overwhelmed by 'behaviours', inundated with prognoses and clinical jargon, or confused by technical information. This book introduces autism from a non-clinical, humanist perspective, emphasizing that we are all more alike than different. The author deconstructs the fundamental concepts of the autistic experience using language, examples and anecdotes that are concrete and understandable for all. Reinforced for the reader is the importance of listening carefully to what people are telling us about valuing differences, personal passions, communication, and holistic wellness.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2002-11-15
Mått:136 x 214 x 12 mm
Vikt:240 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:176
Förlag:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN:9781843107262

Utforska kategorier

Specialundervisning inom Psykologi och pedagogik
Klinisk psykologi inom Medicin
Fysiskafunktionsvariationer inom Hälsa och familj

Mer om författaren

William Stillman has worked in the disabilities field since 1987 and was employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare as the statewide point person for children and adolescents with mental health issues and autism. Bill is an adult with Asperger's Syndrome, and regularly presents on autism and Asperger's Syndrome.

Recensioner i media

We have much to learn from people with autism and this book makes explicit a lot of information that may be assumed, but perhaps should not be. Students and newly qualified therapists or those new to ASD as a speciality would undoubtedly benefit from reading the book and pondering the contents in the light of their clients' experiences.

Innehållsförteckning

Introduction. Prologue. 1. Good listening. 2.Liberation through communication. 3. Valuing passions. 4. Preparing to learn. 5. Personal wellness. 6.Mental health. 7. My self revelation. 8. Team building. References. Index.