Asperger Syndrome and Employment : Adults Speak Out about Asperger Syndrome
Description
Employment is an important part of a healthy, balanced and fulfilling life but less than 20 per cent of people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) are in work at any one time. The adults with AS in this book explore the issues surrounding employment, providing advice and insights for others with AS, as well as their employers and colleagues.
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2008, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
ISBN: 978-1-84310-648-7, BIC 2: JM (ISBN 978-1-84310-648-7)
Baron-Cohen, S, Wheelwright, S, Cox, A, Baird, G, Charman, T, Swettenham, T Drew, A and Doerhing, S
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A screening instrument for autism at 18 months of age: a 6 year follow-up study
Description
The CHAT assessed pretend play, protodeclarative pointing, and gaze monitoring by parental report and health practitioner observation. Among a 12-month London birth cohort of 40,818 children who were 18 months of age, 16,235 (39.8%) were screened using the CHAT.
Citation
Baron-Cohen, S, Wheelwright, S, Cox, A, Baird, G, Charman, T, Swettenham, T Drew, A and Doerhing, S (2000). The early identification of autism by the Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (CHAT), Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, 93,
A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome: Solution Focused Approaches
Description
A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome presents a practical approach to helping people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) to succeed at college, at work, at home and in life.
The authors highlight how treating AS as a 'problem' is unproductive, and advocate a solution focused approach which recognizes and uses the strengths of people with AS to foster mutual respect and understanding.Drawing on both their personal experience and knowledge of counselling, the authors use anecdotes and stories to show how people with AS cope in day-to-day situations. They also illustrate how effective communication and understanding of a person's needs and goals are key to improving daily life for people with AS. The final section of the book comprises practical worksheets and resources to help people with AS to recognize their achievements and work towards their goals.
Adolescents on the autism spectrum: A Parent's Guide to the Cognitive, Social, Physical, and Transition Needs of Teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Description
This guide offers parents strategies for helping their children, whatever their ability level, through the changes of the teenage years, and to prepare them for adulthood. Using examples, advice and insights, it covers: preparing for life after secondary school; the specific health risks of adolescence, such as seizures and depression; and teenage emotions, puberty, sexuality, appropriate relationships and dating.
Although there is good evidence that autism is a multifactorial disorder, an adequate understanding of the genetic and non-genetic causes has yet to be achieved. Empirical research findings and conceptual reviews are reviewed with respect to evidence on possible causal influences.
Citation
Rutter, M. (2005). Aetiology of autism: Findings and questions. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 49(4), 231-238
Four years ago, Chris Slater-Walker was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. For him this was an explanation of why he has always regarded himself as "socially handicapped", but for his wife Gisela it meant coming to terms with a marriage in which there would never be any intuitive understanding, despite Chris's good intentions. This is an account of a long and still unfinished process of learning to live with a disability that some regard as incompatible with marriage. Charting Chris's background, the history of Gisela and Chris's relationship and the subsequentimpact of the diagnosis on their relationship, the first half of the book thoughtfully juxtaposes the two authors' stories and their reactions to Chris's condition. The remainder covers developments within their relationship, and the understanding that has grown between the couple; however, the authors never shirk from describing the difficulties that have arisen.
Citation
Slater-Walker, C and Slater-Walker, G (2003). An Asperger Marriage, London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
(ISBN 1843100177)
Appreciating Asperger Syndrome: Looking at the Upside- with 300 Positive Points
Description
People with Asperger Syndrome have many characteristics that are frequently seen in a negative light. Brenda Boyd shows that for every characteristic of AS that can be looked at negatively, there are several positive aspects that can be drawn on and developed. Discussing AS in general terms, she talks through the reasons why people with AS approach life in the way they do, and what an enormous contribution they make to the world. She then explores different characteristics of AS; while she acknowledges the negative perception so many people have of these characteristics, she points out the large number of advantages to the Aspergers way of thinking for individuals with AS, those around them and society as a whole. For every negative, Boyd proves there are many more positives. From their refreshing honesty to their originality and potential to become leaders rather than followers, people with AS have many admirable personality traits that should be nurtured. This book shows that by adjusting our perceptions of what is 'normal' and embracing diversity, AS can not only be understood and accepted, but appreciated.
Poetry reflecting the many aspects of a life lived with Asperger syndrome. The author writes about childhood, self-discovery, adulthood and friendship. The author's poetry also conveys the day-to-day challenges presented by divorce, bereavement, emigration, disclosing homosexuality and Asperger syndrome.
Asperger Syndrome and Employment: A Personal Guide to Succeeding at Work
Description
People with Asperger Syndrome (AS) can find it difficult to work in an environment that involves socialisation with colleagues or a lack of routine. However, Asperger Syndrome and Employment shows how success in the workplace is possible with perseverance and with the right supports and strategies in place.
Nick Dubin discusses his own experiences at work and highlights challenges common among employees with AS. The DVD also includes interviews with Nick's former employers who assess his strengths and weaknesses, as well as commentary from Gail Hawkins (author of the JKP book How to Find Work that Works for People with Asperger Syndrome) who relates Nick's experiences to those she sees in her work with people with AS.
Citation
2006,
ISBN: 978-1-84310-849-8, BIC 2: JNR
PAL and NTSC. 43 minutes. (ISBN 978-1-84310-849-8)
