Difference not disorder : understanding autism theory in practice / Catherine Harvey; illustrated by Kevin McFadden

By: Harvey, Catherine.

Contributor(s): McFadden, Kevin [illustrator].

London ; Philadelphia : Jessic Kingsley Publishers, 2018Description: 240 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.ISBN: 9781785924743.Subject(s): AUTISM

| DIFFERENCE

| HISTORY

| THEORY

| CHILDREN

| SCHOOLS

| BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT

| SENSORY ISSUES

| LITERACY

| MATHEMATICS

Contents:

PART 1: Autism history and theory : thinking and constructs underpinning autism as we know it today. 1. What if we got it wrong? - 2. Autism : a recent story. - 3. Autism approaches : origins and insights. 4. A changed socio-culture or impairment increase? - PART II: Understanding the theory of autism as difference in practice. - 5. School and children with autism. - 6. Behaviour management. - 7. Sensory and physical needs. - 8. Literacy and mathematical approaches. - Conclusion: what next?

Summary: "This practical guide provides excellent practical guidance to support children with autism. Covering topics from behaviour management to sensory needs, this book provides a clear overview which will help practitioners put autism research into practice, learn from historic mistakes and create the most supportive environment for children with autism." - PUBLISHER'S WEBSITE

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode	Item holds
Book	IHC Library	Main Collection	720 HAR (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		W008916

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"This practical guide provides excellent practical guidance to support children with autism. Covering topics from behaviour management to sensory needs, this book provides a clear overview which will help practitioners put autism research into practice, learn from historic mistakes and create the most supportive environment for children with autism." - PUBLISHER'S WEBSITE

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