by Grandin, Temple.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Published by : Future Horizons, (Arlington, Tex. :) Physical details: xxxv, 339 p. : photos ; 23 cm. Subject(s): Autism --Popular works. | Asperger's syndrome --Popular works. | Autism in children. | Asperger's syndrome in children. | Autistic people --Life skills guides. Year : 2011
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morell Regional High School | 616.85 GRA | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 325-328) and index.
Dr. Temple Grandin discusses how and why people with autism think differently, economical early intervention programs, how sensory sensitivities affect learning, the difference between bad behavior and bad behavior caused by a disability, teaching people with autism how to live in an unpredictable world, the pros and cons of alternate medicine and conventional medicine, and employment ideas for adults with autism.
Diagnosis and early intervention -- Teaching and education -- Sensory issues -- Understanding nonverbal autism -- Behavior issues -- Social functioning -- Medications and biomedical therapy -- Cognition and brain research -- Adult issues and employment.