ABSTRACT
This book is a comprehensive resource to guide work with individuals on the autism spectrum. It reflects the true range of needs presented by individuals with autism, pulling together the most salient aspects of treatment with invaluable information from several disciplines synthesized to guide your work.
Divided into topical sections with chapters from three field experts in each, this book features contributions from therapists, educators, and medical doctors, as well as financial planners, health advocates, and innovators. The diverse disciplines and backgrounds of each author lend a different voice and perspective to each chapter, reflecting the continuum of care necessary when working with clientele on the autism spectrum, and that, for clients on the spectrum, one solution does not fit all.
For use by psychotherapists, counselors, applied behavioral analysts, occupational therapists, social workers, teachers, and more, this text presents readers with expertise from various contributing disciplines to give them a treatment resource that can inform and guide their daily work with clients on the autism spectrum.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part I|28 pages
Individually Focused Treatment
chapter 2|7 pages
Challenging and Rewarding
part II|23 pages
Marriage and Family Life
part III|23 pages
Acknowledging and Including Siblings
part IV|22 pages
Enhancing Interpersonal Communication with Speech Language Pathology
chapter 10|7 pages
Improving Quality of Life with Communication Coaching
chapter 12|7 pages
My Client Has No Friends
part V|26 pages
Addressing Executive Functioning and Sensory Needs
part VI|22 pages
Navigating Education Holistically
chapter 18|8 pages
Being Prepared and Aware
part VII|24 pages
Preparing for the World of Work
part VIII|22 pages
Addressing Nutrition and Eating Concerns
part IX|20 pages
Finding Solutions for Sleep Concerns
part X|22 pages
Acknowledging and Addressing Medical Concerns
part XI|26 pages
Encouraging Health and Wellbeing
part XII|21 pages
Using Strengths to Drive Skill Growth
chapter 36|5 pages
There Are Other Operating Systems besides Windows
part XIII|28 pages
Animal-Assisted Interventions
part XIV|22 pages
Legal and Financial Planning
chapter 40|6 pages
Options for Adulthood
part XV|21 pages
Moving towards Adulthood