Working with parents of a newly diagnosed child with an autism spectrum disorder : a guide for professionals / Deb Keen and Sylvia Rodger ; foreword by Margot Prior.

Finding out that a child has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can put an enormous strain on families, and the quality of support offered by professionals at this time can make a huge difference to how they adjust to the news. This book comprehensively sets out the type of support that is most benef...

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Main Author: Keen, Deb
Other Authors: Rodger, Sylvia
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley, 2012.
Series:Ebook Central Academic Complete Collection
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Table of Contents:
  • Supporting families following diagnosis : an introduction to key principles and concepts
  • About ASD
  • Parent-professional partnerships
  • Establishing parental priorities
  • Providing information to parents
  • Home-based parenting strategies: the building blocks
  • About communication and behaviour
  • About play
  • About sensory issues and their management
  • Early intervention options and choices.