Langbeschreibung
Aimed at those who care for or educate children who have autism, plus other learning difficulties (though it is applicable to those who work with adults with similar problems). It is a practical guide, using examples to show how behaviour can be understood and the strengths of various techniques. Rita Jordan uses a variety of programmes and covers topics such as: the implications of the dual diagnosis, fostering social interaction, educational provision, managing challenging behaviour and the transition to adulthood.
Hauptbeschreibung
Autism can exist with any level of general ability, but it often occurs with additional severe learning difficulties. Rita Jordan has a lifetime of experience of working with individuals with autism and in this practical guide she uses techniques from a variety of programmes to outline how to develop the strengths of individual children while reducing problem behaviour.Covering topics such as the implications of the dual diagnosis, characteristic behaviour and development, fostering social interaction, understanding, preventing and managing challenging behaviour as well as how to support parents and how to deal with sexuality and the transition to adulthood this is a complete guide. This book will be invaluable to parents and key workers.