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Growing up with autism : working with school-age children and adolescents / by Gabriels, Robin L.,1962-editor.(CARDINAL)668070; Hill, Dina E.,1965-editor.(CARDINAL)668067;
Includes bibliographical references and index.I. The individual with autism. Understanding behavioral and emotional issues in autism / Robin L. Gabriels -- Medical health assessment and treatment issues in autism / Edward Goldson and Margaret Bauman -- Sexuality and autism: individual, family, and community perspectives and interventions / Robin L. Gabriels and Mary E. Van Bourgondien -- Communication and language issues in less able school-age children with autism / Diane Twachtman-Cullen and Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly -- Sensory processing disorders in children with autism: nature, assessment, and intervention / Eynat Gal, Sharon A. Cermak, and Ayelet Ben-Sasson -- Assistive technology as an aid in reducing social impairments in autism / Ofer Golan, Paul G. LaCava, and Simon Baron-Cohen. II. Family and caregivers of the individual with autism. Advocating for services: legal issues confronting parents and guardians / Wayne Steedman -- Family resources during the school-age years / April W. Block and Stephen R. Block -- Family vacations and leisure time: considerations and accommodations / Sharon Lerner-Baron. III. Community aspects of intervention. Building a foundation for successful school transitions and educational placement / Ramona Noland, Nancy Cason, and Alan Lincoln -- Translating early intervention into positive outcomes / Laurie Sperry and Gary Mesibov -- School consultation and interventions for middle school and high school students with autism / Brian R. Lopez ... [et al.] -- Criminal justice issues and autistic disorders / Alicia V. Hall ... [et al.].The book is organized to address the many contexts of children's lives. It explores the changing needs of the individual with autism, traces the ongoing impact on the family, and provides strategies for making the most of available community resources. Each chapter combines an accessible review of the research with clear suggestions for assessment and intervention.
Subjects: Autism in children.; Autism in adolescence.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Autism and your teen : tips and strategies for the journey to adulthood / by Grossberg, Blythe N.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 101-103) and index.Seven messages for parents of teens and young adults on the spectrum -- What it looks like when autism and adolescence intersect -- Navigating the "hidden curriculum" in middle and high school -- Handling the social aspects of adolescence on the spectrum -- Finding health care for your teen or young adult -- Coaching your child about sex, safety, and self-care -- Adulthood and beyond -- Self-care for parents -- Appendix: parent resources -- About the author.If you have a child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), your journey together through the teenage years to adulthood may be complicated--not to mention confusing, rewarding, and financially challenging. This book offers scientifically validated guidance to help you raise your tween, teen, or young adult on the autism spectrum. It contains supportive advice for finding good medical and psychiatric care, helping your teen learn executive functioning and social skills to navigate middle and high school, and talking to your teen about sexual development and sexual activity. You will also find helpful resources for college and transition programs, as well as ideas for taking care of yourself as you embark on this stage of your parenting adventure.
Subjects: Autism in adolescence.; Teenagers.; Autism.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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What really works for children with autism / by Vermeulen, Peter,author.(CARDINAL)893449; Vanroy, Kobe,author.;
"What Really Works for Children with Autism aims to be a guide for anyone who has a child with autism, as well as for educators and caregivers. Many difficulties for these children arise due to a lack of knowledge about exactly what autism is and what its consequences are...When you get to know the specific characteristics, abilities, challenges and needs of a child with autism better, you will see their behavior in a different light. Knowing how their brain works and what their real needs are will give you a deeper understanding of why things can be difficult for them and you. What Really Works for Children with Autism also helps you to develop strategies that will create positive moments at home or in the classroom, so that autistic children can develop meaningful relationships with the important people in their lives."--
Subjects: Autism spectrum disorders.; Autism in adolescence.; Autistic youth.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The autism playbook for teens : imagination-based mindfulness activities to calm yourself, build independence, and connect with others / by McHenry, Irene.(CARDINAL)535775; Moog, Carol.(CARDINAL)774860;
"Teens with autism have the potential to be excellent actors. They are natural observers-able to study, imitate, and learn social behavior. The Autism Playbook for Teens is designed to bolster these strengths with mindfulness strategies and roleplaying scripts, while also helping teens reduce anxiety, manage emotions, be more aware in the present moment, and connect with others. This book offers a unique, strengths-based approach to help teens with autism spectrum (including Asperger's Syndrome) develop social skills, strengthen communication, and thrive. The activities contained in each chapter are custom-designed to work with the unique perspectives, sensory processing, neurological strengths and challenges that teens with autism bring to their encounters with the social world. By engaging in these activities, teens will gain an authentic awareness of their surroundings, leading to better social interaction that is also rewarding, interesting, and fun. The delightful and creative activities in this book are grounded in well-documented clinical observations and current empirical studies. They also take into account the real neurological differences that exist in young people with autism, and focuses on the unique pathways needed to connect with and inspire these exceptional and fabulous teenagers. This is the only book available for teens with autism that specifically integrates mindfulness skills and imaginative scripted roleplaying activities for building authentic social experiences"--"Teens with autism are natural observers--able to study, imitate, and learn social behavior. The Autism Playbook for Teens is designed to empower these strengths with mindfulness strategies and scripts, while also helping teens reduce anxiety, manage emotions, be more aware in the present moment, and connect with others. This book offers a unique, strengths-based approach to help teens with autism and Asperger's develop social skills , strengthen communication, and thrive"--
Subjects: Autism spectrum disorders.; Social interaction in adolescence.;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 7
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Growing up on the spectrum : a guide to life, love, and learning for teens and young adults with autism and Asperger's / by Koegel, Lynn Kern.(CARDINAL)388317; LaZebnik, Claire Scovell.(CARDINAL)458966; LaZebnik, Andrew.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Getting started. Introduction ; Terms, interventions, and techniques -- Making and maintaining good friendships. Introduction and some general rules about friendship ; The art of conversation ; Outings and get-togethers ; Parties ; Dealing with bullying and peer pressure -- Making and maintaining successful romantic relationships. Introduction ; Dating ; Sex -- Making school successful. Introduction ; Middle and high school : supported independence ; College -- Beyond the college years. Introduction ; Jobs ; Living conditions ; Legal planning -- Improving daily life. Introduction ; Walking out the door looking good ; Managing behavior ; Managing modern technology ; Improving coexisting (aka comorbid) conditions).A renowned autism expert collaborates with a parent of an autistic teenager in this guide to helping teens with autism. Addressing issues from a changing body to how to succeed in college, this inspiring volume offers hope and wisdom for parents, therapists, and educators.
Subjects: Autism in adolescence; Asperger's syndrome in adolescence;
Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 5
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60 social situations and discussion starters to help teens on the autism spectrum deal with friendships, feelings, conflict and more : seeing the big picture / by Timms, Lisa A.(CARDINAL)503901;
Subjects: Autism in adolescence.; Social skills in adolescence.; Autistic youth;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Girls growing up on the autism spectrum : what parents and professionals should know about the pre-teen and teenage years / by Nichols, Shana.(CARDINAL)491587; Moravcik, Gina Marie.(CARDINAL)491588; Tetenbaum, Samara Pulver.(CARDINAL)491590;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 333-342) and indexes.
Subjects: Autism in children.; Autism in adolescence.; Girls; Girls.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Blue is the color of heaven : the story of a boy's love, strength & beyond / by Ziemniak, Dana,author.;
"Dana Ziemniak lost her son, Evan, because of a dare from a school bully. Since then, she's made it her mission to educate people everywhere about the dangerous social media challenges that prompted the dare. In Blue is the Color of Heaven, Dana discusses her experience getting Evan an adequate diagnosis for his invisible disabilities. Despite her medical training as a pharmacist, she felt hopeless on her journey-even after turning to her school for support. Eventually, Evan was diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, and high-functioning autism. But it wasn't enough. Blue is the Color of Heaven is her way of taking a stand. In Blue is the Color of Heaven, Dana shares her struggle to getting Evan diagnosed-offering a glimpse into the challenges parents face when children have disabilities. It also sheds light on the inadequacies we see within our schools. But most importantly, it overviews some of the dangers lurking among today's youth. Because how can you protect a child from something you don't know about? Dana Ziemniak worked as a pharmacist for 15 years in various settings-hospital, retail, and specialty-before she quit working to take care of her family. Her job became fighting for her son, Evan, who was diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, and high-functioning autism. After losing Evan to a dare from a school bully, Dana made it her mission to raise awareness about dangerous social media games, bullying, and other invisible threats that affect today's youth." --
Subjects: Biographies.; Autism in adolescence.; Autism.; Asperger's syndrome in adolescence.; Asperger's syndrome.; Children; Bullying.; Children.; Bullying.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The young person's guide to autistic burnout / by Dawes, Viv,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (page 128)."Illustrated guide to autistic burnout, written for autistic teens. Explains in a supportive and engaging way what autistic burnout is, what causes it and how young people can recover"-- Provided by publisher.Ages 14-17 Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Burn out (Psychology); Autism in adolescence;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 4
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Autism and adolescence--the way I see it : what teens and adults need to know / by Grandin, Temple,author.(CARDINAL)184659;
Includes bibliographical references (at the end of each chapter).Foreword -- Social functioning -- Insights into autistic social problems -- A few basic social skills are essential -- The need to be perfect -- Learning social rules -- Emotional differences among individuals with autism -- Healthy self-esteem -- Four cornerstones of social awareness -- Medications & biomedical issues -- Alternative versus conventional medicine -- Autism medical update -- Medication usage: risk versus benefit decisions -- My treatment for ringing in the ears -- Cognition and brain research -- Understanding nonverbal autism -- A social teenager trapped inside -- Understanding the mind of a nonverbal person with autism -- Tito lives in a world of sensory scrambling -- Adult issues & employment -- Improving time-management and organizational skills -- Employment advice: tips for getting and holding a job -- Teens with autism must learn both social and work skills to keep jobs -- Happy people on the autism spectrum have satisfying jobs or hobbies -- Inside or outside? the autism culture -- Portfolios can open job and college opportunities -- Going to college: tips for people with autism -- Finding mentors and appropriate colleges -- Reasonable accommodations for individuals on the autism spectrum -- Get out and experience life! -- Can my adolescent drive a car? -- Innovative thinking paves the way for AS career success -- Try on careers -- The link between autism genetics and genius -- My sense of self-identity."Dr. Temple Grandin draws on her hard-won experience to deliver an essential guidebook for guiding and nurturing autistic youth. She gets to the real issues of autistic adolescents--the ones parents, teachers, and individuals on the spectrum face every day."--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Autism spectrum disorders.; Autism in adolescence.; Autistic youth.;
Available copies: 10 / Total copies: 12
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