Autism and Difficult Moments: Practical Solutions for Reducing Meltdowns - Couverture souple

Myles, Brenda Smith; Aspy, Ruth

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1942197241 ISBN 13 : 9781942197249

Editeur : Autism Asperger Publishing Co,US, 2016

Synopsis

This book offers solutions to minimize and circumvent circumstances that surround the meltdown cycle, not only for the individual with high-functioning autism, but others in the environment as well, including parents, educators, and therapists. A highly practical and user-friendly resource, High-Functioning Autism and Difficult Moments takes the reader through the stages of the meltdown cycle and emphasizes the importance of utilizing teachable moments before and after meltdowns.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Brenda Smith Myles, PhD, a consultant with the Ziggurat Group, the National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders, and the Education and Treatment Services Project for Military Dependent Children with Autism, was the recipient of the Autism Society of America s Outstanding Professional Award; the Princeton Fellowship Award; and the Council for Exceptional Children, Division on Developmental Disabilities Burton Blatt Humanitarian Award. She has written over 150 articles and books on autism spectrum disorders, including Asperger Syndrome and Difficult Moments: Practical Solutions for Tantrums, Rage, and Meltdowns (with Southwick) and Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Practical Solutions for School Success (with Adreon). The latter was the winner of the Autism Society of America s Outstanding Literary Work. Brenda has made over 500 presentations all over the world, and served as the co-chair of the National ASD Teacher Standards Committee. Myles is also on the executive boards of several organizations, including the Organization for Autism Research and MAAP Services Inc. In addition, she was acknowledged as the second most productive applied researcher in ASD in the world from 1997 to 2004.

Ruth Aspy, PhD, is a licensed psychologist in private practice with the Ziggurat Group. Dr. Aspy specializes in assessment and intervention for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. She is co-creator of a comprehensive model of intervention. Along with Dr. Barry Grossman, Dr. Aspy has written The Ziggurat Model, winner of the 2008 ASA award for outstanding book of the year. Dr. Aspy speaks internationally. She has experience in both the clinic and school settings.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Autism Asperger Publishing Co,US
• Date d'édition: 2016
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1942197241
• ISBN 13: 9781942197249
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 110
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible