Disability: social aspects Books

Book SynopsisMeet Maria - a woman with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Maria tells the story of her holiday with her husband Ben, her children Cara and Dino, and Teddy the dog, which was interrupted when she began to feel dizzy, exhausted and weak. She explains how this led to her diagnosis and describes what MS is, how it affects her daily life and what others can do to help.This illustrated book will be an ideal introduction to MS for children from the age of 7, as well as older readers. It will help family, friends and carers to better understand and explain MS, and will be an excellent starting point for group discussions.Trade ReviewAngela Amos has written this book from the heart. The straightforward language describes in an authentic way what Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is, and how it may impact different members of a family, including the person diagnosed with this degenerative disease. It is a poignant story that will speak to both parents and children about feelings that are sometimes difficult to acknowledge and explain and the delightful illustrations help with this too. -- Dr. Lynne Souter-Anderson, Director of Bridging Creative Therapies Consultancy and author of 'Touching Clay, Touching What? The Use of Clay in Therapy' and 'Making Meaning, Clay Therapy with Children and Adolescents'Table of Contents1. Meeting Maria and her family. 2. Becoming ill. 3. Receiving a diagnosis. 4. Professionals who can help. 5. Treatment. 6. How MS affects the family. 7. How Maria manages MS. 8. What is MS? 9. Different kinds of MS. 10. Recommended reading, websites and organisations.

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Book SynopsisPeople with intellectual disabilities are particularly vulnerable to sexual abuse, and offering them psychological support at the earliest possible moment greatly increases their ability to cope with the event and return to daily life. This book provides a complete, structured, evidence-based programme for providing this help to survivors of sexual abuse with developmental disabilities, both adults and children. Step-by-step session plans, as well as comprehensive background information and downloadable worksheets, provide the means by which to offer effective help to clients and recover their feelings of safety and trust. Sessions are also included for helping parents and caregivers to cope with their own reactions and emotions on the discovery of the abuse. Each session is adaptable for the needs of people with severe, moderate and mild intellectual disabilities in order to provide exceptional care to every individual who needs it.Trade ReviewThis important book considers a whole system approach when supporting the needs of individuals with learning difficulties who experience sexual abuse. Practical exercises appropriate to mild, moderate and severe learning difficulties provide a containing and therapeutic experience for the individual at different stages in the recovery process. Essential reading for professionals, parents and caregivers. -- Dr Martina Higgins, former social work manager and co-author of Disability and Child Sexual Abuse: Lessons from Survivors' Narratives for Effective Protection, Prevention and TreatmentThis book is the first of its kind to provide a practical guide for those caring for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the aftermath of the discovery of abuse. Its approach is unique in that it teaches and empowers those who know the victim best, to support the victim and provide timely - nearly immediate - support, information and guidance. The great thing is that those who provide this support, among them the parents, do not require a degree or extensive training! One can work directly from the book and provide needed support. In addition, the book provides updated information on abuse including incidence and prevalence, vulnerability factors, and empowerment strategies for the direct and indirect victims. I strongly recommend this book. -- Dr. Nora Baladerian, licensed psychologist and author of the Risk Reduction WorkbookTable of ContentsForeword. Acknowledgements. 1. The SOS Handbook. 2. Sexual Abuse of People with an Intellectual Disability. 3. The Legal Framework in Cases of Sexual Abuse of People with an Intellectual Disability. 4. Trauma and Coping with Trauma. 5. Psychological First Aid for Clients with Intellectual Disabilities After Sexual Abuse. 6. Handbook for People with a Mild or Moderate Intellectual Disability. 7. Handbook for People with a Severe Intellectual Disability. 8. Support for Parents of Victims of Sexual Abuse with an Intellectual Disability. 9. Support for Healthcare Professionals Working with Victims of Sexual Abuse. 10. General Information Exercises and Psycho-education. 11. About the Authors.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive outline of the major parent training programs for parents of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), including Autism Spectrum Disorder.Parents or primary caregivers spend the most time with a child, and training them in behaviour management and intervention strategies is critical to improving a child's behaviour, to helping them to learn new skills, and to reduce parental stress. Authored by eminent specialists in the field and written for researchers and clinicians supporting or treating families, each chapter focuses on one of the key evidence-based parent training programs - from Incredible Years® and Positive Family Intervention through to Pivotal Response Treatment and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Each chapter provides a breakdown that features an introduction to the model, evidence for the model, a full description of the model, a discussion of implementation and dissemination efforts, and concluding comments. Grounded in research, this definitive overview provides the evidence and guidance required for anyone considering investing in or running a parenting program.Trade ReviewThe parent child relationship is one of the most durable and important in life. Using evidence-based strategies to support parents in creating a beautiful family life, as well as contributing to the child's long term well-being, is a noble cause; Guastaferro and Lutzker have provided us with the tools to start this process. This book creates a space for loving, scientifically-grounded, and inclusive parent training for families of all backgrounds and life experiences. I am delighted that this resource is available to professionals supporting families. Its impact will be lasting. -- S. Ala’i, PhD, BCBA-D, Associate Professor, Department of Behavior Analysis, College of Health and Public Service, University of North TexasTable of ContentsIntroduction. Chapter 1: Pivotal Response Treatment and Parent Education. Lynn K. Koegel, professor, Stanford School of Medicine, Brittany L. Koegel, & Robert L. Koegel, researcher, Psychology and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. Chapter 2: Positive Family Intervention: Using Optimism to Overcome Obstacles to Successful Parenting. V. Mark Durand, professor, University of South Florida St. Petersburg, Shelley Clarke, research associate, University of South Florida-Tampa, & Julia Strauss, graduate assistant, Vanderbilt University. Chapter 3: Incredible Years Training for Families with Children with Developmental Disabilities, Laura Lee McIntyre, professor, University of Oregon & Mallory Brown, psychologist. Chapter 4: The Early Start Denver Model: Parent Adaptation. Melissa A. Mello, therapist and trainer at the MIND Institute, Meagan R. Talbott, postdoctoral fellow, UC Davis MIND Institute, & Sally J. Rogers. Chapter 5: Padres en Acción: A parent education program for Latino parents of children with ASD. Sandy Magana, professor, University of Texas at Austin, Wendy Machalicek, professor, Department of Special Education and Clinical Sciences at the University of Oregon, Kristina Lopez, assistant professor, School of Social Work at Arizona State University, & Emily Iland, adjunct professor, Department of Special Education at California State University, Northridge. Chapter 6: Effective Delivery of PCIT with Children who have an Intellectual and Developmental Disorder. Susan G. Timmer, research scientist, University of California Davis, Brandi Hawk, psychologist, University of California Davis, & Anthony J. Urquiza, professor, University of California Davis. Chapter 7: A Parent Education Program Designed to Enhance the Developmental Growth of Infants at-risk for Autism. Ronit M. Molko-Harpaz, founder, Empowering Synergy Inc, & Kate Guastaferro, assistant research professor, The Pennsylvania State University. Chapter 8: Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Kenneth Fung, clinical director, Asian Initiative in Mental Health Program at the Toronto Western Hospital, Lee Steel, coordinator, Extend-A-Family, Kelly Bryce, nurse, Surrey Place Center, Johanna Lake, psychologist, York University, & Yona Lunsky, professor, Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto.

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Book SynopsisEmployees with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may be hugely beneficial to a workforce, but it can be difficult for individuals with no formal training to manage these employees successfully. This definitive guide will help managers and colleagues successfully interact with and support these professionals on the autism spectrum so as to ensure mutual success.Integrate Autism Employment Advisors use their experience advising employers on how to successfully employ professionals on the autism spectrum to identify the everyday challenges faced by employees with ASD in the workplace and sets out reasonable, practical solutions for their managers and colleagues. Barriers to productivity are highlighted, such as the sensory environment, miscommunication, and inadequate training of colleagues. Easy-to-implement strategies to adapt the working environment are provided, such as agreeing on non-verbal cues to signal ending a conversation or establishing parameters for appropriate email length. This book is an essential resource for anyone who works with professionals on the autism spectrum. It will allow them to engage with and support their colleagues on the autism spectrum in a respectful way and help them achieve a greater level of working success.Trade ReviewMarcia Scheiner and Joan Bodgen's excellent book is a very valuable guide to the challenges that people with autism face in the workplace, balanced with the assets and gifts that they bring to the workplace. Employers and fellow employees will find her book highly readable and helpful in knowing how to accommodate a colleague with autism, acknowledging their disability (which can often be misunderstood) and coming up with ways to make reasonable adjustments for them. In doing so, this will help ensure the workplace is inclusive for people with autism. In turn, the employer will benefit from the talents in people with autism, in excellent attention to detail, perfectionism, going the extra mile, and innovative ways of looking at information. -- Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, Director, Autism Research Centre, Cambridge UniversityThis book is a great asset for organizations and practitioners involved in autism at work employment programs. It outlines some of the challenges that people on the spectrum face in the workplace and provides managers with strategies to deal with those challenges. It is must read for any organization embarking on the neuro-diversity journey. -- Michael Fieldhouse, Dandelion Program Executive, DXC.technology Adjunct Professor Cyber Security, La Trobe UniversityAn Employer's Guide to Managing Professionals on the Autism Spectrum stands out for its comprehensive and contemporary presentation of information. Its delivery of crisp situational guidance makes it unique and especially useful in today's competitive landscape, where employers are looking to tap into this unexplored talent pool. I highly recommend this book to be read not just once, but to be at the ready for managers to create a strong work environment and elicit great performance from those who are on the spectrum. -- James Mahoney, Executive Director, Head of Autism at Work, JP Morgan Chase & CompanyThis book offers an accessible and clear overview for supervisors, co-workers, and individuals on the autism spectrum about how to improve the employment experience for professionals with autism. It provides a useful look at why there is increased interest in improving employment outcomes for this group, potential issues to anticipate, and ways to improve the likelihood of a successful job match and improved outcomes in retention and advancement over time. -- Susanne M. Bruyere, Director, K. Lisa Yang and Hock E. Tan Institute for Employment and Disability, Cornell University ILR SchoolTable of Contents1. Getting Started. 2. The Autistic Professionals. 3. Disclosure and Types of Employees on the Spectrum. Part I. Social Issues at Work. 4. Talking. 5. Social Interaction. Part II. Work Performance. 6. Organization. 7. Time Management. 8. Work Quality. 9. Emotional Regulation. Part III. Sensory Issues at Work. 10. Sensory Overload. Epilogue: The Spectrum of Autism.

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Book SynopsisThis insightful book investigates the experiences of seven women with autism as they transition from childhood to adulthood, and how they make sense of that journey.Taken from the autobiographies of women including Liane Holliday-Willey and Temple Grandin, these accounts shine a light on issues unique to women with autism. Heather Stone Wodis provides a detailed and thoughtful exploration of their common experiences, and each story offers a new perspective that illuminates the diagnosis from a different angle. This is a fascinating look at how generational differences, such as access to the internet, can provide more avenues toward self-expression, political mobilization, and advocacy. It also explores the idea that, no matter the era, the unyielding support of family and a diagnosis in childhood can help girls with autism transition toward adulthood.Trade ReviewGirls with Autism Becoming Women helps establish a historical tradition of memoirs and autobiographies by people on the autistic spectrum. All of the texts analyzed by Stone are written with the urgency of survival at stake by those who find themselves entrapped in various systems of neurotypical oppression. This is a helpful guide for teaching texts that can now be used in multi-disciplinary university classrooms and the discussion helps yield an understanding of neuroatypicality as a form of artistic living interdependently with others. Stone brings her background in Psychology, Sociology, and Disability Studies to bear on the importance of these works. -- David T. Mitchell and Sharon L. Snyder, authors of Narrative Prosthesis: Disability and the Dependencies of Discourse and The Biopolitics of Disability: Neoliberalism, Ablenationalism, and Peripheral EmbodimentWodis details how girls on the Autism Spectrum transition from children to adults, recognizing seven women as a strong 'minority within a minority.' Education, careers, sexual development, and social networks paired with qualitative, interpretive research methodology validate fist-person autie-biographies. Her unique approach relies on grounded theory with systematic, constant comparison. Using Rosemarie Garland-Thomson's situated theory, she socially contextualizes ASD from neuroqueer identity to religious constraints. I applaud her support of autism as an equally valid form of neurological embodiment. I highly recommend this book to those interested in the intersection of Autism Spectrum Disorder and female gender issues. -- Telory D. Arendell, Associate Professor of Theatre and Dance, Missouri State UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Meet the Women. 2. Education. 3. Interests and Career Paths. 4. Sexual Development and Romantic Relationships. 5. Family, Friends and other Networks of Support. Conclusion.

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Book SynopsisBy exploring the economic and social value of disabled people with positive entrepreneurial traits and adaptive skills, this innovative book breaks away from normative entrepreneurial studies to recognise the overlooked value in disabled entrepreneurs.In the study of entrepreneurship, the social tendency to disregard people with disabilities has caused a paucity of knowledge about the successful ventures of disabled people worldwide. Seeking to improve public understanding of disabled entrepreneurs, this pioneering book re-evaluates their identity, value and contribution beyond economic, cultural and geographical contexts. Chapters explore disabled entrepreneurs from non-Western economies and marginalised social segments, with a focus on emphasising the importance of disabled women entrepreneurs from developing economies as agents of change for society and the economy. Exploring the push and pull factors that exist for disabled people in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, chapters disassemble the socially institutionalised barriers to important sources of value creation by disabled entrepreneurs.With a global scope, this book will prove invaluable for students and scholars of entrepreneurship and business management. With expert insights into innovative practices and evidence-based policymaking from a range of disabled entrepreneurs, it will be a vital resource for entrepreneurs looking to build and grow inclusive and successful ventures.Table of ContentsContents: Introduction to the Research Handbook on Disability and Entrepreneurship xix Shumaila Yousafzai, Wilson Ng, Shandana Sheikh and Thomas Coogan PART I THE PUSH AND THE PULL FACTORS FOR DISABLED ENTREPRENEURS 1 Follow your dreams? Push and pull motivations of entrepreneurs with disabilities in Hungary 2 Sara Csillag, Zsuzsanna Gyori, Anna Laura Hidegh and Carmen Svastics 2 “Underdog” entrepreneurs? Identifying processes of opportunity creation among visually impaired founders of new ventures 20 Wilson Ng 3 Creating my own job: Australian experiences of people with disability with microenterprises, self-employment and entrepreneurship 35 Simon Darcy, Jock Collins and Megan Stronach 4 The push and pull of entrepreneurship for individuals with autism spectrum disorder 59 Eric Patton 5 Entrepreneurial activity among disabled entrepreneurs with visible and invisible impairments: a literature review 77 Wilson Ng 6 Entrepreneurship and disability: research in a Spanish university 85 Rosa M. Muñoz, Yolanda Salinero and M. Valle Fernández 7 Awareness and attitudes towards social entrepreneurship among university students and disabled people: the case of the Czech Republic 99 Ondřej Kročil, Richard Pospíšil and David Kosina PART II ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM: BARRIERS AND FACILITATORS 8 Enterprising? Disabled? The status and potential for disabled people’s microenterprise in South Korea 114 Se Kwang Hwang and Alan Roulstone 9 Designing public policy to support entrepreneurial activity within the disabled community in Ireland 131 Thomas M. Cooney 10 How entrepreneurs with physical and mental health challenges can benefit from an entrepreneurial ecosystems approach 143 Mirza Tihic, Gary Shaheen and Felix Arndt 11 The role of government policies in establishing a conducive entrepreneurial environment for disabled entrepreneurs in China 160 Tiansheng Yang, Shandana Sheikh, Shumaila Yousafzai and Xiangxin Yang 12 The need for an inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem for women with disability in Pakistan 182 Shandana Sheikh 13 Disabled women entrepreneurs and microfinance: a road less travelled (for a reason)? 196 Nadeera Ranabahu and Farzana Aman Tanima 14 A preliminary analysis of the impact of COVID-19 on the mental wellbeing of entrepreneurship students 208 Sylvie Studente, Filia Garivaldis and Wilson Ng 15 The hidden entrepreneurs: disability and entrepreneurship in Kazakhstan 221 Shumaila Yousafzai and Yerken Turganbayev 16 Inclusive entrepreneurship in Palestine: context and prospects of people with disabilities 238 Wojdan Omran and Leila Farraj PART III THE IDENTITY AND CONTRIBUTION OF DISABLED ENTREPRENEURS 17 The making of a (dis)abled entrepreneur: an entrepreneurial identity perspective 247 Mukta Kulkarni and Yangerjungla Pongener 18 The opportunity to contribute: disability and the digital entrepreneur 262 Tom Boellstorff 19 Disabled entrepreneurs creating value in Iran’s entrepreneurial ecosystem 279 Vahid Makizadeh, Shumaila Yousafzai, Siavash Aein Jamshid and Adel Mohebbi 20 The contribution of disabled entrepreneurs in the Sultanate of Oman 297 Eric V. Bindah Index

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Book SynopsisExamining how policy affects the human rights of people with disabilities, this topical Handbook presents diverse empirical experiences of disability policy and identifies the changes that are necessary to achieve social justice. Expansive in scope, the Handbook illustrates how language, law and concepts about human rights impact the way that disability policy is framed and implemented. Chapters use the lenses of human rights, welfare, health and economic inclusion to address contemporary policy questions such as globalization and technology. Grounded in lived experiences, the Handbook interweaves personal narratives from people with disabilities which provide important insights into how policy impacts opportunity and point to future possibilities for the influence of human rights on policy change. As narrative author Karla Garcia Luiz reflects, ‘We often share situations that make us feel lonely, exhausted, insecure, questioning ourselves.... When we share, we realize that these feelings are collective and, [in]naming them we re-signify them and, thus, we strengthen ourselves for political action’.Informed by international, comparative experiences, this Handbook will be an engaging and perceptive resource for students and scholars of sociology and social policy, health and welfare studies and disability policy. With diverse examples from across the Global North and South, it will also appeal to people working in social policy who are looking to develop and reform policies to be more inclusive, accessible and progressive towards people with disabilities.Trade Review‘Research Handbook on Disability Policy edited by Sally Robinson and Karen R. Fisher is a timely and important contribution to the emerging literature on disability, human rights and social policy. Grounded in the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the volume explores issues of human rights, welfare, health and economic inclusion from an impressive range of scholars including strong representation from the Global South. Each section starts with the lived experience of persons with disabilities through short essays, poems and reflections which helps the reader remember these are not simply policies, but pathways to a life of equality and inclusion. This Handbook is a vast and deep compendium which is required for all library and disability scholars’ shelves.’ -- Tim Stainton, University of British Columbia, CanadaTable of ContentsContents: Introduction to disability policy through a human rights lens 1 Karen R. Fisher and Sally Robinson PART I HUMAN RIGHTS Sophie Mitra and Sally Robinson 1 Narrative 1: Mia’s piece – Candice, Defying Gravity and I 15 Mia Boonen 2 Knowledge production and human rights enhancement: the role and potentialities of emancipatory disability research 17 Mario Biggeri, Federico Ciani, Giampiero Griffo and Sunil Deepak 3 A journey together – co-creation and experiential knowledge of people with intellectual disabilities in social policy 33 María Gómez-Carrillo de Castro 4 Accessibility policies in Brazil: negotiating collective access through the principles of Disability Justice for a Brazilian Center for Disability Studies 49 Marivete Gesser and Anahí Guedes de Mello 5 Narrative 2: evil: disabled villains in media 65 Em Dewhurst 6 Developing a participatory indicators-based framework for monitoring disability rights 67 Paula Campos Pinto and Maria Engrácia Cardim 7 Disabled person-led monitoring of the UNCRPD in Aotearoa New Zealand: maximising the potential of civil society in the implementation of Article 33.3 85 Robbie Francis Watene, Brigit Mirfin-Veitch and Umi Asaka 8 Narrative 3: if my childhood can have CRPD’s company 100 Honglu Zhu 9 The right of people with disabilities to participate in cultural life: is Cinderella going to the ball? 102 Delia Ferri and Ann Leahy 10 When the state does not care: Disability rights in a context of multi-layered crises, instability and disablism 118 Grace Khawam and Supriya Akerkar 11 Decentralization, empowerment and grassroots engagement: advocacy organizations navigating the implementation of codified disability rights in Malawi 135 Sarah I. Huque 12 From enabling access to enabling rights: Singapore’s practical approach to disability policy 151 Daryl W.J. Yang, Kuansong Victor Zhuang, Gerard Goggin and Meng Ee Wong 13 An accessible public transit system as a right for people with disabilities in Taiwan 166 Kuo-yu (Lisa) Wang and Pey-chun Pan 14 Narrative 4: the effect of disability policy on lives 183 Chien-Ju Chou 15 The EU framework of people with disabilities’ rights – an intertemporal equilibrium between regulatory and policy paradigms 186 Gabriel Amitsis and Fotini Marini 16 The influence of disability models in Indonesian past and present: disability rights law-making and policy-making 202 Abi Marutama, Antoni Tsaputra and Lengga Pradipta 17 The Accessible Canada Act: a political expression of disability rights as human rights 217 Michael J. Prince 18 Narrative 5: locked-in, locked-down: lived experience of a non-speaker 233 Tim Chan 19 From international standard to national practice: the role of national disability institutions in making the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities a reality in South and Central America 234 Renata Anahí Bregaglio Lazarte, Paula Lucía Camino Morgado and Renato Antonio Constantino Caycho 20 Narrative 6: affection and emancipation: the friendship of four disabled women 251 Karla Garcia Luiz, Laureane Marília de Lima Costa, Mariana Lúcia Agnese Costa e Rosa and Thaís Becker Henriques Silveira 21 Decolonizing disability rights policies through indigenous theorization: the case of Zimbabwe 256 Martin Musengi PART II WELFARE Karen R. Fisher and Olivia Geehan 22 Narrative 7: Disabled Howl – AS1428.1 2021 and all that jazz 272 Peter Raisbeck 23 From care and welfare to independent living? Interpreting and assessing the human right to live independently and be included in the community 274 Yvette Maker 24 Sexuality and relationships: informing rights-based policy and practice through research with and by people with intellectual disability in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand 289 Patsie Frawley and Brigit Mirfin-Veitch 25 Narrative 8: a quiet genocide: the power of segregation 303 Cindy Liu 26 Engaged advocacy: a framework for inclusion of people from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds in disability policy 305 Maree Higgins, Mahmoud Murad, Kim Robinson, Angela Dew, Katherine Boydell, Fiona McKay, Joanne Watson, Mariano Coello, Louisa Smith, Kelley Johnson and Ruth Wells 27 Narrative 9: my work advocating for the Syrian community 322 Mahmoud Murad, assisted by Miream Salameh and Maree Higgins, translated by Miream Salameh 28 Australian National Disability Insurance Scheme and disability identity: how welfare policy impacts narratives of disability 330 Tessa-May Zirnsak 29 Tracing the welfare–rights connection in American disability policymaking 346 David Pettinicchio 30 Questioning the dominant welfare discourse on personalization and autonomy embodied in personal budget policy 361 Toon Benoot and Rudi Roose 31 Negotiating rights in education: an examination of U.S. education disability policy 374 Catherine Kramarczuk Voulgarides 32 Narrative 10: my education story 387 Alexander Elliott 33 Preventing catastrophe: the welfare state and disaster risk for people with disabilities 389 Zachary A. Morris 34 Strategic human rights-based policy reforms for making Australian universities equally accessible to students, staff, and faculty who are Indigenous people with disability 402 Sheelagh Daniels-Mayes, Paul Harpur and Michael Ashley Stein 35 Narrative 11: the “lucky” one 418 Ayah Wehbe 36 Exploring equality and non-discrimination of disabled students in policy and practice in public universities in Uganda 421 Paul Emong and Anica Zeyen 37 Participation in personalization of minority cultural groups: lived experience and diversity in the UK 436 Martin Partridge, Mahuya Kanjilal and Elaine Arnull 38 Materializing change: exploring human rights-based approaches to improve built environment accessibility at the neighbourhood scale 451 Mary Ann Jackson, Erin Wilson and Flavia Marcello 39 Narrative 12: the draining expectations placed upon marginalised groups 468 Mac Zamani 40 Alternative community living practices in Taiwan: rethinking de-institutionalization and the human rights model 469 Heng-hao Chang and Yi-chun Chou 41 Mainstreaming disability in Indonesian development: rethinking disability citizenship to move beyond a welfare focus 484 Antoni Tsaputra and Eban Pollard 42 Housing deficit for people with disabilities in a radically neoliberal country: Chile’s case 500 Francisca Valdebenito-Acosta, Julio Hasbún-Mancilla and Joao Acharan 43 Inclusion of students with visual impairment in Indian higher education: a critical inquiry from a human rights perspective 516 Aneesh Peter and Catherine Elisa John PART III HEALTH Sally Robinson 44 Narrative 13: voice, choice and a better outcome 535 Raelene West 45 Making disability known: medicalisation of disability and the development of the International Classification of Functioning (ICF) 538 Jennifer Smith-Merry 46 Disabilities, evidence-making, and quality of life: the three core human rights principles framework 550 Luciano Bottini Filho 47 Establishing a human rights-based approach in healthcare: a UK example moving beyond policy and into private spaces 564 Eleanor Brown and Jo Ferrie 48 Narrative 14: technology in the lives of people with disabilities 580 Brooke Ellison 49 Disability and human rights: the right to benefit from scientific progress 582 Anne M. Bryden, Jennifer French and Brian Gran 50 Chasing a runaway train: disability policy grapples with accelerated prenatal genetic technologies 599 Kara B. Ayers and Monica C. Schneider 51 Care robots as enabling assistive technology: implications for quality of life and disability policy 614 Naonori Kodate, Hasheem Mannan, Sarah Donnelly, Yurie Maeda, and Diarmuid O’Shea 52 Narrative 15: disability rights and robotics: being there without being there 631 Sophie Savage and Tillie Curran 53 ‘It’s about quality of life rather than length of life’: using and refusing policy discourse in the lives of children labelled with life-limiting and/ or life-threatening conditions 635 Katherine Runswick-Cole, Dan Goodley, Kirsty Liddiard and Sally Whitney 54 Inclusive sexuality education: achieving sexual justice, sexual pleasure and sexual agency for women with disability 652 Denise Beckwith and Nicole Laurance 55 Narrative 16: in her lifetime 666 Lee Tsourvakas 56 Pain management for palliative care patients with disabilities: revisiting morphine prescription policies in developing contexts 668 Julieth Musengi and Martin Musengi PART IV ECONOMIC INCLUSION Karen R. Fisher and Bella Bauer 57 Narrative 17: supported or stuck? Disability employment policy for young people 683 Sionainn Jans 58 Economics of inclusion 685 Daniel Mont 59 Heightism, hierarchies and human rights: how a normalcy of disability infringes on the rights of people with dwarfism 690 Erin Pritchard 60 Post-school transition process in a pandemic: how can young people with disability be better supported? 705 Helen Dickinson, Catherine Smith, Amy Marks and Jess Mitchell 61 The right to work “on an equal basis with others”: examining disability employment policies in Australia through the lens of a health and economic crisis 719 Sue Olney and Alexandra Devine 62 Narrative 18: sanist wonderland 737 Damian Mellifont 63 Does the CRPD matter? A comparison of sheltered workshop policies in Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea 739 Yi-Chun Chou, Jun Nakagawa, and Eun-Ju Yoo 64 Disability as an enabler of career success and inclusion 754 Daniel Samosh, Mukta Kulkarni, Alecia Santuzzi and Brent Lyons 65 Narrative 19: I want a job 770 Sadiel Albakri 66 Social entrepreneurship between earning a living and emancipation, impacts of microfinance for people with disabilities in Kenya 771 Yvonne Wechuli, Sellah Lusweti, Halimu Shauri and Elisabeth Wacker 67 Advancing income security policy using universal design: the case of the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) in Ontario, Canada 787 Tracy Smith-Carrier 68 Narrative 20: living with a disability: what difference would a guaranteed livable income make? 803 Joe Foster 69 A human rights-based approach (HRBA) to assistive technology provision in global policy 805 Catherine Holloway, Giulia Barbareschi, Oriol Valles Codina, Nora Colton, Arne Henning Eide, Zuleima Dafne Morgado-Ramirez, Jamie Danemayer, Rainer Kattel and Victoria Austin 70 Conclusion on disability policy 821 Sally Robinson and Karen R. 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Book SynopsisThis innovative Research Agenda offers a comprehensive analysis of the role of assistive technology (AT) in the lives of people with disabilities. Contributors representing a diverse range of stakeholders including researchers, practitioners and people with disabilities suggest avenues for research over the next 10 years.

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Book SynopsisThis Handbook is an essential starting point for cross-national examinations, comparisons, and discussions about state-of-the-art practices in higher education accessibility and service delivery support for disabled students. Spanning a broad geographical range, the topics addressed are examined within the context of the practice and philosophy of different countries.With trends and practices varying from country to country, each topic is explored from a range of international perspectives. Structured into three distinct sections, the Handbook first addresses how students with disabilities and their families can prepare for the transition to postsecondary education, before moving to present an overview of the types of support and services available to students with disabilities. The final chapters then explore a variety of topics related to higher education and disability, including assistive technology, disability culture and social justice, emerging trends and promising practices, self-determination and universal design.This accessible Handbook will prove an invaluable reference tool for researchers, academics and students with an interest in the sociology of education from health, education and welfare policy perspectives, as well as for higher education policymakers and funding and governance bodies.Trade Review‘The Handbook of Higher Education and Disability is an expertly curated collection of crucial information and perspectives offering a refreshing and interesting international point of view on many topics. The Handbook is a joy to read – each chapter telling its own unique and important story. A great addition to your personal or institutional library!’ -- Stephan J. Smith, Association on Higher Education And Disability (AHEAD), US‘The underlying message of this book is that regardless of country and culture, investment in legislation, research, and resources for students with disabilities may have broader systemic benefits we are only beginning to understand.’ -- Wendy S. Harbour, Association on Higher Education And Disability (AHEAD), USTable of ContentsContents: 1 Handbook of Higher Education and Disability: an introduction 1 Joseph W. Madaus and Lyman L. Dukes III PART I PREPARATION BEFORE AND FOR COLLEGE 2 Key considerations in the preparation and transition to college 8 Elizabeth Evans Getzel 3 Preparing for postsecondary education in Canada as a student with a disability 24 Marie McCarron, Allyson Harrison and Beth Pollock PART II OVERVIEW OF SERVICES IN POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION 4 Overview of disability services in higher education in Japan 37 Peter Bernick, Tomone Takahashi, and Kiriko Takahashi 5 Supports and services for students with disabilities in postsecondary education in Canada 52 Allyson G. Harrison and Marie McCarron 6 A journey to include students with disabilities in Taiwan higher education 64 Tsu-Hsuan Hsu and Juliet H. Fried 7 Implementation of inclusion in Vietnam higher education: current practices and challenges 75 Tsu-Hsuan Hsu, Hang Le and Juliet H. Fried 8 An overview of accessibility services for students with disabilities in higher education in the United States 87 Christopher Esposito, Joseph W. Madaus and Lyman L. Dukes III 9 Disability services in higher education: an Australian perspective 101 Alison Nuske, Matthew Brett and Elizabeth Knight 10 Culture-based development model of inclusive higher education in Mainland China: history, current situation, and the future 115 Yuexin Zhang, Sandra Rosen, Siqi Huang, and Lu Han PART III Emerging Ideas and Practices SECTION A LOOKING BACKWARD, AROUND AND FORWARD: TRENDS, PROMISING PRACTICES, DEVELOPING ISSUES, EMERGING IDEAS AND THE FUTURE OF HIGHER EDUCATION 11 Changing times: emerging technologies for students with disabilities in higher education 131 Catherine S. Fichten, Natalina Martiniello, Jennison Asuncion, Tim Coughlan and Alice Havel 12 Debunking the myth that LD and online don’t mix 149 Manju Banerjee, Adam R. Lalor, Michelle Deal and Denise Jaffe 13 Accessibility as an emerging field 165 Boris Vukovic 14 Higher education and labor integration: Spanish graduates with disabilities and professional competence 177 Dr Ingrid Sala-Bars and Dr Cristina Mumbardó-Adam SECTION B WHO IS SEEKING AND RECEIVING SERVICES? DESCRIPTIONS OF “TRADITIONAL” AND EMERGING STUDENT POPULATIONS 15 The neurodiversity paradigm and the future of higher education 189 Sara J. Renzulli and Nicholas W. Gelbar 16 Higher education for students with intellectual disability: expanding research, policy, and practice 201 Meg Grigal, Clare Papay and Michelle L. Bonati 17 Inclusion of people with intellectual disability in university in Australia: impetus for change 215 Fiona Rillotta and Mary-Ann O’Donovan 18 The trainee-mentor relationship in graduate and postdoctoral training in Canada for trainees with disabilities 229 Mahadeo Sukhai and Ainsley Latour SECTION C PROMOTING SELF-DETERMINATION AND SELF-ADVOCACY IN HIGHER EDUCATION 19 Self-determination assessment and promotion in Spanish higher education students: current situation and future challenges 248 Cristina Mumbardó-Adam, Eva Vicente and Ingrid Sala-Bars 20 Self-determination theory, research, and practice in the U.S.: promoting personal growth in a standardized culture 261 David R. Parker and Sharon Field SECTION D HIGHER EDUCATION AND DISABILITY AS DIVERSITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE 21 Disability as diversity: inclusion in Canadian higher education 279 Tina Doyle, Ben Poynton, Mahadeo Sukhai and Jennifer Sinclair 22 A social justice perspective on disability in higher education 298 Ellen M. Broido, Nancy J. Evans and Kirsten R. Brown SECTION E TECHNOLOGY/ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY 23 Access to technology for students with disabilities in higher education 312 Sheryl E. Burgstahler 24 The cart before the horse: accessibility practice comes before accessibility research 324 Catherine S. Fichten, Alice Havel, Marc Tremblay, and Rosie Arcuri 25 Higher education and disability: digital accessibility and assistive technology in the UK 339 Louise Carleen Grimmett, Desiree Tan, and Zachary Walker SECTION F UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR LEARNING/INSTRUCTION 26 Universal design in Canadian higher education 353 Boris Vukovic, Jodie Black, Lynne N. Kennette, Patti Dyjur, Alice Havel, and Dale Lackeyram 27 Universal design for learning: a challenge and an opportunity for Spanish universities 366 Ingrid Sala-Bars and Anabel Moriña 28 Universal design for learning policy in tertiary education in Ireland: are we ready to commit? 378 Dr Richard Healy, Dr Joanne Banks and Dara Ryder 29 UDL in American colleges and universities: a common pathway to success 393 Kirsten Behling and Allison Posey 30 Disability and universal design for learning: experiences and perspectives for accessible higher education in Germany 408 Janieta Bartz and Ramona Thümmler Index

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Book SynopsisElgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas. Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law provides a timely and accessible overview of disability law in the United States, focusing primarily on the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (the ‘ADA’). Peter Blanck addresses the social and legislative history leading up to the development of the ADA; coverage and remedies under the ADA’s three main titles; some of the fundamental and recent cases informing the ADA’s interpretation; and current issues facing U.S. courts, law makers, and policy makers. Key Features: Provides an overview of Titles I-III of the ADA Discusses the enforcement of, and relief provided by, the ADA Analyses the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on people with disabilities and on the ADA’s enforcement Highlights concerns as well as positive legal and social developments for people with disabilities Focuses on extensive changes in technology and the employment market since the enactment of the ADA This Advanced Introduction will be essential reading for students and scholars of disability law, discrimination law, health law, human rights, and law and society. It will also be beneficial for advocates for disability rights in public and private institutions, as well as researchers addressing disability issues.Trade Review‘Peter Blanck's Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law is a comprehensive overview of the past, present, and future of American federal disability law and policy. Easily accessible, the volume draws on Blanck's decades of teaching, researching, and advocating disability rights from a broad interdisciplinary perspective. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field.’ -- Michael Stein, Harvard University, US‘A must-read for scholars and activists around the world interested in US disability law and policy. It combines a helpful comprehensive overview with fascinating deeper dives into specific topical issues and current challenges. Its accessible writing style, as well as its important content, make it a highly engaging and thought-provoking read.’ -- Anna Lawson, University of Leeds, UK'Peter Blanck's Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law is a comprehensive overview of the past, present, and future of American federal disability law and policy. Easily accessible, the volume draws on Blanck's decades of teaching, researching, and advocating disability rights from a broad interdisciplinary perspective. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field.' -- Michael Stein, Harvard University, US‘A must-read for scholars and activists around the world interested in US disability law and policy. It combines a helpful comprehensive overview with fascinating deeper dives into specific topical issues and current challenges. Its accessible writing style, as well as its important content, make it a highly engaging and thought-provoking read.’ -- Anna Lawson, University of Leeds, UK‘A tour de force by one of the masters of American disability law. The field was an American invention and is now a global challenge. Anyone interested in its past - and especially its future - will find this an indispensable tool to build on the foundations of US law to create a more inclusive future for the estimated 1 billion persons with disabilities in the world.’ -- Gerard Quinn, UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities‘Blanck’s work provides a comprehensive, yet easy to navigate, coverage of US disability law. It captures both the history of the law’s development and its forward trajectory.’ -- Michael Waterstone, Loyola Marymount University, USTable of ContentsContents: Foreword 1. Introduction to Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law 2. U.S. sources of disability law: historical roots and precursor laws 3. Enforcement and relief under the ADA 4. An overview of the ADA 5. Title I antidiscrimination protections 6. Title II antidiscrimination protections 7. Title III antidiscrimination protections 8. ADA special topic: tester lawsuits and standing 9. ADA special topic: pandemic vaccine and mask mandates 10. ADA special topic: service animals as reasonable modifications/accommodations 11. International disability law and policy 12. Current challenges 13. Rights for people with disabilities evolve: looking forward Index

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Book SynopsisElgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas. Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law provides a timely and accessible overview of disability law in the United States, focusing primarily on the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (the ‘ADA’). Peter Blanck addresses the social and legislative history leading up to the development of the ADA; coverage and remedies under the ADA’s three main titles; some of the fundamental and recent cases informing the ADA’s interpretation; and current issues facing U.S. courts, law makers, and policy makers. Key Features: Provides an overview of Titles I-III of the ADA Discusses the enforcement of, and relief provided by, the ADA Analyses the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on people with disabilities and on the ADA’s enforcement Highlights concerns as well as positive legal and social developments for people with disabilities Focuses on extensive changes in technology and the employment market since the enactment of the ADA This Advanced Introduction will be essential reading for students and scholars of disability law, discrimination law, health law, human rights, and law and society. It will also be beneficial for advocates for disability rights in public and private institutions, as well as researchers addressing disability issues.Trade Review‘Peter Blanck's Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law is a comprehensive overview of the past, present, and future of American federal disability law and policy. Easily accessible, the volume draws on Blanck's decades of teaching, researching, and advocating disability rights from a broad interdisciplinary perspective. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field.’ -- Michael Stein, Harvard University, US‘A must-read for scholars and activists around the world interested in US disability law and policy. It combines a helpful comprehensive overview with fascinating deeper dives into specific topical issues and current challenges. Its accessible writing style, as well as its important content, make it a highly engaging and thought-provoking read.’ -- Anna Lawson, University of Leeds, UK'Peter Blanck's Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law is a comprehensive overview of the past, present, and future of American federal disability law and policy. Easily accessible, the volume draws on Blanck's decades of teaching, researching, and advocating disability rights from a broad interdisciplinary perspective. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field.' -- Michael Stein, Harvard University, US‘A must-read for scholars and activists around the world interested in US disability law and policy. It combines a helpful comprehensive overview with fascinating deeper dives into specific topical issues and current challenges. Its accessible writing style, as well as its important content, make it a highly engaging and thought-provoking read.’ -- Anna Lawson, University of Leeds, UK‘A tour de force by one of the masters of American disability law. The field was an American invention and is now a global challenge. Anyone interested in its past - and especially its future - will find this an indispensable tool to build on the foundations of US law to create a more inclusive future for the estimated 1 billion persons with disabilities in the world.’ -- Gerard Quinn, UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities‘Blanck’s work provides a comprehensive, yet easy to navigate, coverage of US disability law. It captures both the history of the law’s development and its forward trajectory.’ -- Michael Waterstone, Loyola Marymount University, USTable of ContentsContents: Foreword 1. Introduction to Advanced Introduction to U.S. Disability Law 2. U.S. sources of disability law: historical roots and precursor laws 3. Enforcement and relief under the ADA 4. An overview of the ADA 5. Title I antidiscrimination protections 6. Title II antidiscrimination protections 7. Title III antidiscrimination protections 8. ADA special topic: tester lawsuits and standing 9. ADA special topic: pandemic vaccine and mask mandates 10. ADA special topic: service animals as reasonable modifications/accommodations 11. International disability law and policy 12. Current challenges 13. Rights for people with disabilities evolve: looking forward Index

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Book SynopsisAn Open Access edition of this book is available on the Liverpool University Press website and the OAPEN library. Intellectual Disability and Ireland, 1947–1996 explores the varied experiences of the intellectually disabled during the latter half of the mid-twentieth century in Ireland. Addressing the evolution of disability policies and provision, it shows how a range of different actors became engaged in shaping the disability services landscape during this period. Drawing on a variety of sources, from government memoranda to RTÉ television programmes, David Kilgannon traces the development of disability services on paper and in reality. This narrative is marked by instances of both striking transformation and significant continuity, as the emergence of new policy thinking occurred in tandem with the consolidation of established approaches. The book describes not only how services changed but why, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of Irish social policy in the post-war years.Table of ContentsIntroduction Changing Times? Legislative Reform, 1947–65 Institutional Accommodation, 1947–65 ‘Special’ Education, 1947–84 Life in the Neighbourhood: Community Housing, 1965–84 No Longer Acceptable? Institutional Accommodation, 1965–84 The Opportunity to Work: Occupational Training, 1962–84 ‘A strategy for equality’: Intellectual Disability and Ireland, 1947–96

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Book SynopsisA case study of a pioneering musician and an interdisciplinary appraisal of the larger social role of the artist.

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Book SynopsisDAN GOODLEY draws on two decades of research and writing and weaves personal stories, scholarly literature, social media and other cultural narratives together with concepts from the interdisciplinary field of disability studies. His argument is simple: disability invites great insight into the wider project of understanding the human condition. Goodley argues that the study of disability is of great importance in its own right but also has much to offer us all in considering what it means to be human in the 21st Century. Chapters address questions such as 'who's allowed to be human?'; 'are human beings dependent?'; and 'what does it mean to be human in the digital age?' and respond to these questions in ways that get us thinking about how we might productively engage with, listen to and understand one another.Trade Review'Dan Goodley is one of the most original, opinionated, thoughtful writers in all of disability studies. I can’t think of anyone better to introduce you to disability, and to explain why thinking about disability makes us better at thinking about humanity.' -- Tom Shakespeare'This social theory text is quite a page-turner. In a skillful balancing act, it combines academic scholarship with vivid accounts of lived experience. Insightful, but also provocative, compassionate and witty in equal measure, Goodley’s narrative engages productively with multiple interdisciplinary fields of critical theory, making for compelling reading as it goes. It positions disability as a process-oriented indicator of shared concerns and emergent trends in contemporary discussions about being human and becoming posthuman. Most of all, it argues for a relational ethics towards humans, nonhumans, animals and machines – a passionate call for community in these turbulent times.' -- Rosi BraidottiTable of ContentsChapter 1. What brings us to disability and other human questions? Chapter 2. Who’s allowed to be human? Chapter 3. What is human desire? Chapter 4. Are human beings dependent? Chapter 5. Are we able to be human? Chapter 6. What does it mean to be human in the digital age?

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Book SynopsisChildren, particularly those with special needs, can require considerable help in learning how to relate to other people and how to behave positively and appropriately in social situations. In this practical and helpful book, Marianna Csoti emphasises the benefits that learning communication and social skills can have for these children, including better friendships and increased self-esteem. The numerous detailed tasks and practical examples enable parents, professionals and carers to work with children on improving their social skills and social awareness, and respecting themselves and other people. Topics covered include:Helping children with special needsMaking and keeping friendsSocial rulesBody languageFeelings, including shyness and angerListening skillsSocial safety.Suitable for use with children aged 7-16, on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, this practical and comprehensive book will be an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to help children to increase their social understanding and awareness.Trade ReviewThis book is a useful resource for child mental health professionals, either to work through with children (perhaps selectively), to supervise parents or carers helping a child, or simply to pick up some useful tips to add to one's clinical toolkit. -- Child & Adolescent Mental HealthAs one who has spent time practising pleasant remarks to make while opening birthday presents with a child, to say nothing of the planning and effort needed to interpret the world to children with communication or social difficulties, I seized on this book. It contains lists, role-plays, questions and exercises on a huge range of skills - from improving a child's self-esteem to body language, to developing friendship to anger management. This book could help provide a firm anchor to help in the challenging task of developing social awareness in children with difficulties. -- AFASIC NewsA volume which is - quite literally - packed with ideas for those working (and living) with young people aged 7-16.Social Awareness Skills for Children comprises 15 separate chapters, each dealing with some of the classic areas - self-esteem, making friends, rules and anger. To these the author, Marianna Csoti, adds the less frequented territory of handling feelings, social safety and 'the art of gifts and compliments'.I feel sure that most people committed to enhance the social inclusion of children and young people will find something of value here - such is the exhaustive manner in which Csoti has surveyed the personal, social and health education 'curriculum'. The book is specially useful in that it provides a huge range of exercises, role-plays and so on, which teachers and others can easily adapt for their own specific purposes a volume which will surely make its mark in the literature of what will continue to be a crucial area. -- Jane Bestwood, counsellor of children and young peopleAlthough the tasks in the book have been designed to be worked through on a one to one basis, it would be possible to use them with a small group. Each task is sufficiently short to allow for frequent breaks within the whole session, so that the child's concentration is only needed in short bursts. -- ACE BulletinI highly recommend reading this book to anyone involved with achild at the advanced stages of ABA and/or 'Theory of Mind'. The book is aimed at 7-16 year olds who need help in being able to become socially aware. Throughout the book there are role play scenarios and easy to follow examples. -- Speach, newsletter of PEACHThis book was just what I'd been looking for over some time to help my 8-year old with ADHD. It has helped me to approach and help him overcome his oversensitivity, extreme lack of self-esteem and his literal interpretation of words and actions. It goes right to the heart of what's needed and is the best book on this theme that I've encountered in English rather than American. I greatly admire the American approach and literature but sometimes the emphasis just doesn't fit quite right.I recommend this book for anyone wanting to give their child a head start with self awareness and confidence and social skills, whether with special needs or no difficulties - it is written for all children. Its language is without jargon and its clarity and accessibility make it easy to use for all parents. -- C., Parent LeicesterTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Children with special needs; professional and parental help. 2. Improving a child's self-esteem. 3. Friends. 4. Roles and rules. 5. Social rules and expected social behaviour. 6. Introducing body language. 7. Using body language. 8. Assertiveness. 9. Handling feelings. 10. Anger. 11. Social situations. 12. Social safety. 13. Communication skills for improving the quality of the child's relationships. 14. The art of gifts and compliments. 15. Helping and caring skills. Summary. Parental page: suggestions to reinforce the course. Index.

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Book SynopsisChallenging prejudice, stereotyping and judgemental behaviour, this book consists of forty discussion stories which reflect society and the problems young people face today. Aimed at promoting discussion and awareness, the author challenges young people to consider events and the part they themselves play in life, thus producing more responsible and independently thinking young adults. In particular, children with Asperger Syndrome or high-functioning autism often have difficulty in coming to grips with social situations, so that the stories in this volume should be especially useful for those working with such children.The stories are primarily intended for group work (although can be used on a one to one basis) and, since young people take more notice of what their peers have to say than adults, it provides an excellent forum for a multitude of opinions to be aired. No previous experience or knowledge of the topics is necessary and the book contains comprehensive guidance for professionals and parents. It is ideal for use in therapy sessions, schools, youth groups, and by parents.Trade ReviewThe stories are short and cover many relevant topics for young people, and the leader sheets do provide a good guide to the discussion and, in some cases, provide the leader with helpful facts; for example, the physical effects of solvent abuse. One of the strengths from a practitioner's point of view is the practical nature of the book and the wide range of issues that it tackles. It provides helpful information for the leader should questions in need of a factual answer arise, and also considers the many responses that young people bring to a discussion. -- Educational Psychology in PracticeThis book consists of 40 discussion stories for young people to help them challenge prejudice, stereotyping and judgemental behaviour. The index of subjects goes from Abortion through Depression and Panic Attacks to Video-nasties. -- The Teacher TrainerOne of the greatest problems parents or those that work with youngsters face is the ability to contend with societal and moral issues without appearing to lecture. Marianna Csoti's, Contentious Issues offers a sturdy platform from which to begin. The book cleverly introduces fictional but true-to-life events that deal with topics such as ethnicity, racism, sexism and stereotypes.Marianna Costi's book is effective. It is effective because it doesn't judge and we can reach a young adult without criticism and without imposing our views. Too often we dictate, too often we decide the viewpoints for our children and too often we force morality on them without explaining why. Again, this book is effective. Why? Because it gives young adults the greatest gift of all - it allows them their own point of view. -- MetapsychologyThis book is culturally sensitive and morally unprejudiced. It will be an invaluable resource for teachers, group leaders and parents, and will help young people to approach problems and consider options more thoughtfully and to seek help in the right places. -- Community CareTable of ContentsAbout the book. Leaders' Notes. INTRODUCTION TO SECTION ONE. Story 1. Joshua's Birthday Present. Story 2. Not so sweet revenge. Story3. Goodbye Shaun. Story 4. Extortion! Story 5. 'Atch out! Story 6. Science Test! Story 7. Hoi Ping's unhappy. Story 8. It happened one day. Story 9. Preeti's lost bracelet. Story 10. Just one last game. Story 11. A better class of people. Story 12. Slag! INTRODUCTION TO SECTION TWO. Story 13. We were only playing. Story 14. Chicken! Story 15. Honesty policy. Story 16. Painful puberty. Story 17. Nightmare. Story 18. I fell down the stairs. Story 19. I don't remember. Story 20. Joyrider. Story 21. I never have any nice clothes. Story 22. Shoplifter. Story 23. My Mum's not well. Story 24. I'm a person too. INTRODUCTION TO SECTION THREE. Story 25. No thanks, I'm not hungry. Story 26. I'm so tired. Story 27. Hands off! Story 28. He was my boyfriend! Story 29. SIDA Story 30. AD. Story 31. The party. Story 32. Tina's Decision. Story 33. No!! Story 34. To lead baggy? Story 35. Perspective. INTRODUCTION TO SECTION FOUR. Story 36. Next time? Story 37. Escape! Story 38. Marriage. Story 39. Trudy's baby. Story 40. The last straw. Appendix. Index.

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Book SynopsisFor those who want to help somebody with Asperger Syndrome find and keep a satisfying job, this book is a vital tool. Gail Hawkins guides readers through the entire process of gaining employment, from building a supportive team, identifying and addressing workplace challenges, to securing an appropriate post. Including practical tips on topics such as finding potential employers and creating a dazzling CV, as well as sensitive advice on assessing when somebody is ready for work, and how, when and where to disclose a disability to an employer, Hawkins' well-tested approach aims to provide all the information needed for a fast, realistic, and successful path to fulfilling employment.Trade ReviewHaving counselled a few clients who had been diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome I was hoping that this book would help me in any future interactions with jobseekers and I am confident that it will. The book is incredibly methodical and detailed in its content, with each section full of explanations, strategies, examples and checklists, The strategies are proven by Gail's fifteen years as a professional in this field and her examples are from real case studies, which bring the chapters to life. The carefully laid out chapters cover the importance of work-readiness in the candidate and fears of a potential employer, right through career choice, job seeking strategies, discloser, starting work to the all important final chapter on keeping the job. -- Phoenix NewsletterHow to Find Work that Works for People with Asperger Syndrome is a comprehensive and practical book packed with information about, and suggestions for, strategies to enable people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) to be successful in the world of work. The book takes a very welcome positive and upbeat approach and you can feel it willing people with AS to succeed. I certainly recommend How to Find Work that Works for People with Asperger Syndrome to those in the helping professions who are likely to work with individuals of varying ability with AS, as well as employers who have staff with AS and those with AS who are seeking employment and their families. For professionals, I feel that the book is worth its money for Chapter 4 alone. This gives a clear descriptions of some of the characteristics of AS and a sensitive discussion of the issues that need to be thought about when considering employment. -- NewscheckTable of ContentsList of Figures. Introduction. Part I: The Players. 1. What You Should Know about Finding Work that Works for People with Asperger Syndrome. 2. The Employer. 3. The Job Coach. 4. The Candidate (The Employee with Asperger Syndrome). 5. Family. 6. Professionals, Teachers and Support Workers. Part II: The Foundation.7. The Four-Pillar Teaching Technique. 8. The Employment Toolbox. 9. The Big Picture (Assessing Employment Skills for People with Asperger Syndrome). 10.The Strategy Guide. Part III: The Dream. 11. The Career Direction Formula. 12.The Interview. 13. The Job Search. 14. Keeping the Job. Recommended Reading. Resources. Index.

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Book SynopsisFollowing the success of their many years' social skills work with children and adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and other moderate learning difficulties, Ursula Cornish and Fiona Ross have compiled a set of imaginative training sessions and workshops for teachers. Based on a multi-sensory cognitive-behavioural approach, the sessions cover pre- and post-intervention evaluation schedules, interview and observation tools, and specification of materials that can be used and adapted by teachers.With direct links to the four main stages of development at Key Stages 3 and 4 of the National Curriculum, especially PSHE (Personal Social and Health Education), the training sessions form an effective tool to help teenagers develop skills in social interaction, communication and conflict resolution and to build their confidence and self-esteem. The ten detailed session plans incorporate role play, discussion and rehearsal to equip participants with the ability to interpret other people's body language, control their own feelings, express views, ask for support and show concern for others.Educators, parents and carers of adolescents with Asperger Syndrome, general learning difficulties or other behavioural problems will welcome this book's practical examples and useful tips on how to set up and run social skills development groups.Trade Reviewa useful guide for teachers and group leaders which is flexible enough to be used in many different ways. -- Good Autism PracticeThe authors are clinical psychologist who have been working with adolescents with moderate learning difficulties in a special school for several years. The focus of their work was on developing Social Skills Training (SST) to enable the students to understand and manage social situations better so that they might be included in mainstream schools. -- Support for LearningThis book is based on the authors' (successful) work changing adolescents' behaviour. Primarily aimed at teachers setting up Social Skills Training sessions for 13-17 year olds (with references to KS3 and KS4 National Curriculum), it still has much to offer parents, especially those who home educate. Even if you don't want to complete the Social Skills checklist, it's a reminder of skills which medical professionals often ask about (eg: "Makes appropriate eye contact") and the Possible Questions for Parents could highlight areas to work on. The ten sessions of the training programme make up most of the book: starting with "Listening and Paying Attention", it goes through controlling feelings, body language, resolving conflict, recognizing strengths and more. -- Education OtherwiseThe book provides useful information on how to do a basic evaluation to the individual's strengths and weaknesses in the area of social skills. The course is split into 10 'lessons'. Topics have been linked closely with PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) at key stages 3 and 4 of the National Curriculum. A useful resource for parents of children where the school is willing to allocate time for a social skills group. -- PeachThis publication is aimed primarily at teaching staff, and links to the four main stages of development at Key Stage 3 and 4 of the national curriculum, especially PHSE. However, the training sessions and workshops are likely to interest social care staff, and parents or carers as well... the material is clearly and accessibly presented. -- Care &Health MagazineTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Part 1 - How to Start. Needs Analysis. Social Skills Checklist. Interviews. Observations. Sociograms. Part 2 - The Training Programme. Introduction: Planning the Sessions. Session 1. Listening and Paying Attention. Session 2. Listening and Turn-taking. Session 3. Monitoring Own Body Language and Reading Body Language in Others. Session 4. Recognising Own and Others' Strengths. Session 5. Learning to Say No to Unreasonable Demands and to Cope with Peer Pressure. Session 6. Recognizing and Describing Feelings. Session 7. Learning to Control Own Feelings. Session 8. Being Confident to Explain Own Views and to Ask for Support When Needed. Session 9. Recognizing and Learning to Resolve Conflict. Session 10. Showing Care and Concern for Others.

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Book SynopsisCollege life is particularly stressful for students with Asperger Syndrome (AS) and the resources that colleges provide for such students are often inadequate. This much needed guide provides information to help these students prepare successfully for the rites and rituals of studying, interact with staff and fellow students, cope with expectations and pressures, and understand their academic and domestic responsibilities. How will I cope with the workload? What do I do if I feel ill? How do I make friends and initiate relationships with the opposite sex? Drawing on first hand interviews with AS students and direct clinical experience, the authors address these and many other questions thoughtfully and thoroughly, making practical recommendations.Succeeding in College with Asperger Syndrome demystifies the range of college experiences for students with AS. It is a must for these students, their parents and counsellors alike, providing benefits that will continue throughout the college years and beyond.Trade ReviewThis text presents a very detailed guide for students to use as a resource while they attend college. The chapters are complete and cover topics that are useful and of interest to all young adults as they transition from the safety of their supportive home and school environment to the unfamiliar independence and responsibilities that are the expectations for a successful college life. -- Education ReviewThis is an extremely valuable guide for the AS individual embarking on a college journey. -- Focus on Autism and Other Developmental DisabilitiesInvaluable resource, providing realistic advice, encouragement and support. It is important to provide supports to individuals with AS; otherwise they may leave our campuses and never return. As an individual living with Asperger syndrome who has been through the college system, I highly recommend this book to students with Asperger, their families, and counsellors. -- Focus on Autism and Other Developmental DisabilitiesThe authors of Succeeding in College with Asperger's Syndrome have written a timely student guide that will probably become the book of first choice for students, their parents, clinicians and college staff. The distinguished authors use their extensive experiences of supporting undergraduate students with Asperger's syndrome and write in the style of an encouraging, wise and humorous college professor talking to the reader. -- Child and Adolescent Mental HealthGiven the paucity of literature about adults in college and in particular that written for those with Asperger syndrome (AS), this is a welcome addition to the already extensive Jessica Kingsley library. It has been written in a very informal, almost chatty, style for those who intend to start college in the near future and everyone (family and professionals) who will be helping these students along the way. The book is brimming over with ideas and suggestions for students, but many of its chapters would also be useful for those working with individuals with AS no matter what their age. -- Good Autism PracticeThis text presents a very detailed guide for students to use as a resource while they attend college. The chapters are complete and cover topics that are useful and of interest to all young adults as they transition from the safety of their supportive home and school environment to the unfamiliar independence and responsibilities that are the expectations for a successful college life... this text has much to offer in terms of useful information for post secondary students with Aspergers Syndrome. -- Education Book Reviews`This guide provides information to help these students prepare successfully for the rites and rituals of studying, interact with staff and fellow students, cope with expectations and pressures, and understand their domestic and academic responsibilities.' - Autism us'The book has a logical progression as it begins with a brief description about preparing for college, and then follows through to discuss what to expect from a college/university environment, including chapters on academic demands, communication and socialising with others, sex and sexuality, and managing stress and anxiety levels. The authors have a thorough understanding of Asperger syndrome, and every subject they tackle is explained clearly and honestly.' -- CommunicationStudents with Asperger Syndrome need an environment which is encouraging if they are to succeed. This book is immensely important for students and for the staff who are trying to make college an enjoyable and productive experience. -- Paul Shattock OBE, Director: Autism Research Unit, University of Sunderland; Chairman European Services for People with Autism, Hon Secretary: World Autism Organisation.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Acknowledgements. 1. Preparing for College: A Brief Preamble. 2. Welcome to the Rest of Your Life. 3. The College Environment for the Asperger Student. 4. Attending to Academic Demands with AS. 5. Working with Student Support Services. 6. Communication: Getting Along with Others. 7. Interacting with the Opposite Sex: Sex and Sexuality. 8. Managing Anxiety and Stress. 9. Establishing an AS Support Group. 10. Inspirational Thinkers and Scientists. 11. Life After College. Appendices. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisComing Out Asperger explores the complexity of diagnosis for Asperger Syndrome, the drawbacks and benefits of disclosing a diagnosis of a "hidden disability," and how this impinges on self-esteem. The contributors include some of the best-known and most exciting writers in the field of Asperger Syndrome (AS) today, and include individuals on the autism spectrum, parents and professionals. The broad range of the chapters, which draw on anecdotal, professional and research-based evidence, make this book a comprehensive and highly original consideration of the implications of an AS diagnosis.The ever-difficult question of who to tell and when once a diagnosis has been confirmed is discussed in great depth. Liane Holliday Willey and Stephen Shore examine the dynamics of disclosure, its risks and the possible effect on self-confidence. Jacqui Jackson looks at how a diagnosis impacts upon family life. Tony Attwood provides a clinician's view of diagnosing adults, and Lynne Moxon, Wendy Lawson, Dora Georgiou and Jane Meyerding discuss adult issues surrounding disclosure, including how to deal with relationships and sexuality, and disclosure in the workplace, as well as social and disability issues.A unique and fascinating insight into the important issue of diagnosis disclosure, this book is an essential guide for people with AS, parents, teachers, professionals and all those who have ever felt confused about revealing a personal issue.Trade ReviewWhether you are a person with AS, a parent, teacher or professional who is involved with a person diagnosed with AS, this book can offer support in dealing with issues surrounding disclosure. Issues covered throughout the book range from how you might tell your child about their diagnosis to issues surrounding relationships and sexuality for adults with AS. -- Autism MattersThis collection shares the stories of people with Asperger Syndrome and offers guidance on coping with the diagnosis and deciding whether to tell other people. The 18 chapters discuss the symptoms and diagnostic assessment of the disorder, boosting confidence in people with a monotropic disposition, telling peers at school, and the need to develop tolerance in society. -- Book NewsIt would be particularly useful for a wide range of professionals, including educationalists who are seeking detailed information about Asperger Syndrome and Autism, and parents would benefit form reading the book too. -- www.youthinmind.netTable of ContentsIntroduction Dinah Murray. 1.To Tell or not To Tell, That is the Aspie Question. Liane Holliday Willey. 2. Diagnosis in Adults. Tony Attwood. 3. Confidence, Self-Confidence and Social Confidence. Dinah Murray and Mike Lesser. 4. Psychiatry and Asperger Syndrome. Tom Berney. 5. Being Told or Being Told Off: Reciprocity at the Diagnostic Interview. Michelle Dawson. 6. Mental Health Issues Surrounding Diagnosis, Disclosure and Self-Confidence in the Context of Asperger Syndrome. David Andrews. 7. One That Got Away Dinah Murray. 8.`Why's it all so difficult?' Sharing the Diagnosis with the Young Person Philip Whitaker. 9. Telling Peers at School about AS - Thoughts on How and Why. Heta Pukki. 10. Disclosure at Secondary School. Penny Barratt. 11. The Conversation. Jennifer Overton. 12. Disclosure: Talking About What Makes Us Human. Stephen Shore. 13. Disclosure: A Parent's Perspective Jacqui Jackson. 14. Coming Out, Various. Wendy Lawson. 15. Diagnosis, Disclosure and Self-Confidence in Sexuality and Relationships. Lynne Moxon. 16. Diagnosis in Adulthood and Community Disclosure. Dora Georgiou. 17. Coming Out Autistic at Work. Jane Meyerding. 18. Disclosing to the Authorities. Dennis Debbaudt. Contributor biographies. Index.

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Book SynopsisSome children's 'difficulties' do not present in an obvious way, which makes diagnosis problematic, and access to help unforthcoming. This was the experience of Sandy Row, who, after a decade of misdiagnoses and unsatisfactory explanations for her children's struggle in mainstream school, realised that her children had special educational needs (SEN) and began her long quest for help from the SEN system.Row's testimony illustrates how the special educational needs system works and empowers other parents to demand help for their children who have special educational needs that require attention. This frank and practical book challenges the theoretical and often impenetrable established literature on SEN, and instead provides an accessible and effective resource for those needing advice and answers about their rights to services and help for their children.Trade ReviewEach chapter stands alone in this excellent self-help manual for parents of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Everything you need to know is here: What a Statement of SEN looks like, how you go about getting one, what a SEN Tribunal (SENDIST) is and how to go about appealing, useful contacts, extracts from letters and lots of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). -- Dyspraxia NewsShe offers clear advice and support in a way that readers will find personable, knowledgeable and digestible. She is better able than most to take parents through the system, having navigated it on behalf of four children. Parents and carers will empathise with the daily challenges, share in the worldly-wise humour and benefit practically from the case studies, basic legal and technical definitions, example letters and proformas, a special insight into adoption and a pervading can-do attitude'. -- CommunicationI thought this was an excellent book. With humour it guides a parent through the system while describing their own journey through it with their four adopted special needs children and pointing out the pitfalls they found. It was especially helpful as the age range of her children over the years means she could give a wide range of advice. It made me feel sad to read how much damage the fight caused the family but I could also relate to the feelings she shared and it confirmed why I had removed my special needs child from the system. -- Education OtherwiseThis fascinating book is a mine of information on procedures and pitfalls in gaining access to special educational needs provision. As a parent of a dyslexic child, I find it mirrors some of the difficulties which were experienced in the 1980's... If you are looking for a well-structured guide to the stages of statementing, interspersed with human stories, I recommend this book. -- Dyslexia Contact...an honest and unique book offering an effective, accessible and empowering tool for parents. Any parent facing the prospect of a tribunal needs to read this book from a practical and emotional point of view. For those parents just entering the world of SEN and the bureaucracy that goes with it, there's a couple really useful chapters, a jargon busting section and a step by step guide to what a statement actually looks like. It has to be the best book I've read this year on anything to do with autism. -- Autism MattersThis book is a valuable resource for parents who need advice and answers about their rights to services and help for their children with special educational needs (SEN). The author's account of her own experience of how the SEN system works should enable other parents to seek help for their children. The publication explains how you know whether your child has SEN, gives information about Statements of SEN, provides information for how to obtain a Statement of SEN, and gives details about the tribunal, SENDIST and appealing. In addition, there are a number of 'real life' stories and helpful sections including frequently asked questions and useful contacts. -- childRIGHT...this book will be a useful resource for many families whose adopted children do not fit and cannot cope within mainstream educational provision... Although this is a personal story, it is also a detailed practical guide dealing with such things as diagnosis, statementing and presenting a case to the SEN tribunal...The message of the book is ultimately a hopeful one both for parents struggling to find a way through the SEN maze, and for the children who blossom when they are in the right educational placement, receiving the right support. -- Adoption UKThere is lots of practical advice including clear, highlighted explanations of jargon, definitions, legal aspects of SEN provision and even sample letters, to help you find your way through the system. But, perhaps, most importantly, it is all from a parent's perspective and this could help to restore your faith in yourself and when you are having difficult times trying to ensure their needs are met. -- Association for Spina Bifida and HydrocephalusThe author writes in a very clear and conversational way and her book will prove invaluable to parents seeking to find their way around the special educational needs system - Sandy is helping them to learn by her advice'. -- RathboneHow you found the time and energy to write such a magnificent book I do not know. Absolutely wonderful and I shall be recommending it. -- William Seymour, Headteacher of St David's CollegeI love the Velvet Bulldozer and have recommended it to all my parents. I even leant my copy to another therapist so that she could see it and recommend it. -- Charlotte Wilson, Speech and Language Therapist(This) fantastically moving book (has made me) even more determined and committed to supporting youngsters with Asperger's to succeed and get all the support they so rightly deserve... it is a must for all the staff here to read. -- Support Worker at 'Jack's' Special Needs College who is also a mum of Asperger's son herself.Now, Sandy has written a book to help other parents struggling with the complexities of the special needs system. Sandy tells her own family's story: the mistakes they made, the misinformation they received and the battles they fought and includes a whole chapter of useful contacts and addresses she has built over the years. -- The OrganiserEssential reading for all parents with special needs children! -- SEN teacher and adoptive parent of children with physical and emotional difficultiesTable of ContentsAcknowledgments. Introduction: Why you need to read this book. 1. Starting out: Don't be daunted. 2. So how do you know when your child has special educational needs? 3. So what does a Statement of Special Educational Needs look like? 4. The Final Statement. 5. So how do you go about getting a Statement? 6. The tribunal, SENDIST and appealing. 7. Preparing for the second tribunal. 8. Alice's story. 9. Alex's story. 10. Richard's story. 11. More of Richard's story. 12. Tribunal II: The Mummy's Revenge! 13. Jack's story. 14. Frequently asked questions. 15. A bit about us. 16. Special needs children who are officially adults. 17. And in conclusion. Appendix: Useful contacts and other information. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisInformation technology (IT) has great potential to be an effective and empowering means of communication for people with communication difficulties. Getting IT explores how IT can help such people increase their independence, communicate in more direct ways and express themselves as part of society.Authors Dinah Murray and Ann Aspinall examine common problems faced by people with learning and communication difficulties - being judged on appearances, encountering impatience from communication partners, problems identifying and understanding key information and difficulties communicating decisions. They show how IT can help solve these problems: for example internet search tools for accessing information at home, typing and email as socially neutral, universally acceptable modes of expression, anonymous, non-judgmental internet chatrooms and discussion forums. Three central case studies illustrate how IT improved the lives of Kumar who is on the autism spectrum, Marie who has dementia and Irene who is almost completely nonverbal. The book also provides practical guidance on how to use common IT programs including Powerpoint and gives an overview of the technology available for people with specific difficulties. Useful resources and organisations are supplied at the end of the book.Getting IT shows the power of IT to help people with communication difficulties satisfy the universal human need to communicate. This book will inspire carers, teachers, psychologists, parents and other professionals to use IT with people with communication difficulties, and will expand the skills and knowledge of those who already do.Trade ReviewThis book outlines how the use of relatively simple information technology can enable people with major communication problems, actively to take part in and, in some cases, to lead decision - making processes affecting their own lives. The book presents case studies of a small number of people with extreme difficulties who had previously been the recipients of decisions based on assumed interpretations of their needs. It shows how they moved form almost passive acceptance of whatever choices were made for them to the stage where they were the instigators for the changes which they themselves wanted in their lives. -- British Journal of Special EducationAll those who work in facilities where there are disabled people, including the elderly, should read this book. It may help to challenge assumptions made about the value, experiences and needs of many clients attending day centres and similar institutions. Anyone who is in the caring profession will be inspired and motivated by this book. -- British Journal of Special EducationI would thoroughly recommend this book. -- British Journal of Special EducationFor the past five years I've been trying to inspire people to use information technology (IT) with people with dementia. Here is a book that does just that, but for a wider group of people with various communication problems. [The authors] ideas and practical tips could be a useful starting point for those working with people with dementia. As well as the inspiring narrative, this book has plenty of practical tips and examples that could be tried by people working with people with dementia. Useful appendices include hints and tips, lists of useful websites and other resources and 'help-sheets' with step-by-step guides to producing different effects in PowerPoint. -- Journal of Dementia CareInformation technology (IT) can help people with communication difficulties to better express themselves and connect with others. This resource for service providers offers practical ideas on turning technologies such as a PowerPoint into tools of empowerment and inclusion. -- Book NewsA study, by authors well-known in the field, of common problems encountered by people with learning disabilities in terms of communication, and a wide range of ideas and practical suggestions for how IT can be employed to resolve these. -- Current Awareness Service (BILD)How to use information technology to make voices heard is the essential theme of this book. This is not about using computers to escape from the world, it is about using them to connect with it. -- Introduction, Getting ITThe book's stated aim is to, 'inspire people to use Information Technology-IT with people in care and expand the skills and knowledge of those already doing so...The book would be relevant and useful for careres, teachers, other professionals and family members who work with people communication diffuculties and who have limited IT knowledge or confidence. -- Patoss BulletinI enjoyed reading this book. It is not your mind boggling IT book but tells the stories of three people with leaning disabilities who, with help, have used multi media to learn, participate in activities with others, make their own record of their interests and life events and improve their communication and decision making skills... inspiring and helpful -- PMLD LinkTable of ContentsIntroduction: Getting IT: the why and what of this book. 1. Inclusion in the 21st Century: the argument for ensuring access to IT. 2. Beginning to Take Control. 3. Telling Your Own Story. 4. Asking and Telling. 5. Connecting and Exploring. 6. Living and Learning. 7. Getting together. 8. A Year or so Later…. 9. Taking control of Time: a step by step guide to making an Interactive calendar. 10. Getting IT Right: tackling the technical aspects of using computer equipment. Appendix 1 Hints and Tips. Appendix 2 Relevant Websites. Appendix 3 Resources. Appendix 4 Helpsheets. References. Subject index. Author index.

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Book SynopsisThis guide for professionals working with students with autism spectrum conditions (ASCs) in further education meets the increasing demand for information and support on this subject.Christine Breakey provides useful guidelines and practical advice on teaching young adults successfully and confidently, emphasising the development of resources and practical skills for use specifically in FE colleges. The author covers all the key areas and offers strategies and solutions for communicating effectively, helping students to manage transition, and understanding and minimising the causes of ASC behaviours as well as teaching social skills and ASC self-awareness.The Autism Spectrum and Further Education will be a vital resource for professionals in FE institutions who have to meet the needs of young adults with ASCs.Trade ReviewChristine Breakey provides useful guidelines and practical advice on teaching young adults successfully and confidently, emphasizing the development of resources and practical skills for use specifically in FE colleges. The author covers all the key areas and offers strategies and solutions for communicating effectively, helping students to manage transition, and understanding and minimising the cause of ASC behaviours as well as teaching social skills and ASC self-awareness. The Autism Spectrum and Further Education will be a vital resource for professionals in FR institutions who have to meet the needs of young adults with ASCs. -- Link, Autism-EuropeThis book will be invaluable to anyone who works with autistic people in mainstream high schools, colleges, universities and in the workplace. Yes I do mean autistic people. Christine Breakey uses the term that many autistic people themselves want used. Their autism is an integral part of their being, not a bolt-on, and must be viewed as such this book is a must. One can hear the author's sensible, calm voice coming through clearly and I found it very inspiring. -- Good Autism PracticeTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. 1. Breaking Down Barriers. 2. Which Approach? Ideology, Theory and Practice. 3. Developing an Inclusive Specialist Team. 4. Maintaining an Effective Specialist Team. 5. Staff Training. 6. `Autistic Thinking' and the Need for Adjustments. 7. The `Hidden Curriculum'. 8. Individual Accounts. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book tells the stories of nine disabled leaders who, by force of personality and concrete achievement, have made us think differently about disability. Whatever direction they have come from, they share a common will to change society so that disabled people get a fair deal. There are compelling biographies of:· Sir Bert Massie: public servant· Lord (Jack) Ashley: Labour politician· Rachel Hurst: activist and campaigner· Tom Shakespeare: academic· Phil Friend: entrepreneur and business consultant· Peter White: broadcaster· Mat Fraser: actor, musician and performer· Andrew Lee: activist and campaigner· Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson: Paralympic champion Defying Disability is based on extensive interviews with the subjects and the people who know them. It marks their similarities and differences, the forces that drove them to achieve, the impact they have had on policies and practice, and how the modern history of disability in the UK has been played out in their lives. Defying Disability is not just a good read; it will inform professionals in the field, students in disability studies, disabled people, their families and carers, and everyone interested in disability politics and policies.Trade ReviewThere are a lot of acronyms in this book but don't be put off - this is not a dry and dusty academic volume. The actions and opinions of these outspoken people will challenge your perceptions of disability and achievement, and will ultimately enable you to form your own opinion on where you stand in the disability debate. -- Link (Assoc for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalis)If you feel you need a nudge or even a mighty kick to get more politically active in the disability movement, read this. The nine men and women interviewed in the book are giants in the disability world, dazzling in their achievements, and demonstrate how we need people who believe in what they are doing in the face of criticism and are bolshy or tenacious enough to push on with it. -- One in Seven (RNID)Based on extensive interviews with the subjects and the people who know them, the new book Defying Disability tells the stories of nine disabled leaders who, by force of personality and concrete achievement, have mad us think differently about disability. Labour politician Lord Jack Ashley and Paralympic champian Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson are two of the nine leaders featured. Whatever direction they have come from, they share a common will to change society so that disabled people get a fair deal. -- MobiliseThis is an important insight into lives of nine brave people, who have, whatever their background fought for themselves and others; and in the case of some changed the lawand our way of seeing others. This book should be read by all. -- Internet Law Book ReviewsThis is an engaging and slightly edgy read by the former and founding editor of Disability Now... Written in a style that offers at the same time factual biography and personal narrative, this book will be of great interest to a wide audience. -- Disability NowA major contribution to our understanding of disability politics. -- The National Information ForumThis important book provides a fascinating insight into the achievements of nine disabled leaders and the development of British disability politics and practice over the past 40 years. The leaders profiled reveal both a range of approaches to tackling disabled people's exclusion, and differences in personal attitudes towards impairment and disability politics itself. In doing so, Defying Disabilty provides a more accurate reflection of the diversity of disability than some traditional disability texts. -- Claire Tregaskis, disability consultantThis book provides a fascinating insight into the lives of nine people who overcame the potential disadvantage of disability to achieve recognition, change and national acclaim. The story of motivation and unstoppable determination reflected by the lives of each of these disabled leaders is inspiring. The book is admirable in describing the power of the human spirit when not accepting limitations imposed by others, to strive beyond possible expectations. It paves the way forward in recognizing the rights and abilities of all disabled people. -- Peter Burke, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Social Sciences, Hull UniversityTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. Chapter 1. Bert Massie: Public Servant. Chapter 2. Jack Ashley: Politician. Chapter 3. Rachel Hurst: Activist/Campaigner. Chapter 4. Tom Shakespeare: Academic. Chapter 5. Phil Friend: Entrepreneur. Chapter 6. Peter White: Broadcaster. Chapter 7. Mat Fraser: Actor/Performer. Chapter 8. Andrew Lee: Activist/Campaigner. Chapter 9. Tanni Grey-Thompson: Athlete. Chapter 10. Different Lives, Common Purpose.

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Book SynopsisThis unique, fully photocopiable resource offers guidance and materials to aid those developing multisensory environments - artificially engineered spaces that encourage relaxation, social skills and learning by stimulating the five senses.Particularly useful for those working with people with multiple disabilities, this resource explains the theory underlying multisensory environments, describes the different types, and outlines the practicalities of planning, setting up and equipping a multisensory space. The resource also features useful checklists and tools for creating multisensory experiences in both designed and everyday settings, such as the kitchen, bathroom, garden or beach.Multisensory Environments is published using photocopy-friendly lay-flat binding and is an essential tool for any professional working with individuals with multiple disabilities. It is the perfect complement to Sensory Stimulation: Sensory-Focused Activities for People with Physical and Multiple Disabilities, also authored by Susan Fowler and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword by Paul Pagliano. 1. Introduction. 2. The Development of the Multisensory Room. 3. Setting up a Multisensory Room. 4. Using the Multisensory Room. 5. Using the Multisensory Equipment. 6. Multisensory Stories and Themes. Appendix 1. Sensory Community Activities. Appendix 2. Sensory Banks. Appendix 3. Engagement Checklist. Appendix 4. Like and Dislikes List. Appendix 5. Personal Communication Dictionary. Appendix 6. Theme Ideas Under the Different Sense. Appendix 7. Other Theme Ideas. Appendix 8. Sensory Stories. Appendix 9. Sensory Story. Appendix 10. Making Your Own Projector Wheels. Appendix 11. Equipment Checklist. Appendix 12. Equipment Analysis Checklist and Bubbletube Example. References. Index

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Book SynopsisDisability and Child Sexual Abuse examines the ways in which society marginalises, institutionalises and places disabled children in situations of unacceptable risk, and how - as evidenced in the survivors' narratives - patterns of service delivery can contribute to the problem. Based on the accounts of seven disabled individuals who were sexually abused in childhood, the book highlights a wide range of pertinent issues. Through case vignettes and empirical research, the authors ask practitioners to scrutinise their current professional practice, exploring participants' experiences of hospitalisation, education systems and local authorities. They consider the issue of who abuses and why, and highlight issues relating to the complexities involved in revisiting past experiences and confronting unwarranted and unwanted feelings of responsibility. The difficulty of recounting the abuse narrative is also examined within the research context.This book will be relevant for professionals and students in the social, health and education services, such as social workers, teachers and counsellors. It will also offer insights for those seeking a less disablist society, including disabled people themselves.Trade ReviewThis book places powerful individual narratives firmly at its centre, which gives it significant strength and credibility... The clarity of perspective on the meaning of disability and its links to abuse gives this book an unusual legitimacy. -- Child Abuse ReviewFor anyone wishing to develop their understanding of the social model of disability this book is a useful text... Higgins speaks openly about the personal and professional experience she brings as researcher to this project. She gives a thorough account of some of the ethical and practical considerations encountered whilst using a narrative approach...This text gave me a reminder of the impact of the social model in this area and the need to re-examine practice and policy in light of this. -- Professional Social WorkThis book enables the reader to understand the social context in which the sexual abuse of disabled children occurs and the impact of that abuse upon the individual concerned... this is one of the strengths of the book, as it serves to remind the reader not only of the emotionally and physically destructive impact sexual abuse can have, but also of the effects of growing up disabled in a society that devalues children and adults with impairments. The book covers a wide range of issues, weaving in the individuals' stories throughout. It highlights the social context of the sexual abuse of disabled children and makes the pint that despite knowledge that disabled children are a vulnerable group, the dearth of research in this area perhaps mirrors the de-valued status disabled people have in society. The stories told by the participants draw attention to how being undervalued by family members can impact upon disabled children's views of themselves, most often in a negative way, leading to loss of self-esteem... Disability and Child Sexual Abuse is a book that contains a wealth of information and would be of great use to any practitioner working with disabled children or adults. -- oxfordjournal.org, Rachel Clawson, Development Manager, Safeguarding Disabled Children Services, Ann Craft Trust and Special Lecturer, Centre for Social Work, University of NottinghamThis is an important and well-written book which addresses subjects such as infanticide and false memory syndrome with a capable and compassionate attitude. The authors write of the need to distinguish between 'narrative truth' conveyed during the therapeutic process as opposed to 'historical truth' which is associated with facts and the legal connotations. -- Therapy TodayChildren and young people with disabilities are at the highest risk of all forms of abuse. Until comparatively recently the vulnerability of children with disabilities to sexual abuse have been denied or dismissed using expressions such as, 'They don't understand what happened' or even, 'She probably asked for it'. In this unique book, Martina Higgins and John Swain have for the first time given victims with disabilities a voice. Disability and Child Sexual Abuse effectively combines life histories with theory to provide valuable insights for all those working with abuse survivors, children and adults with disabilities and, I hope, will lead to better protection and support. -- Emeritus Professor Freda Briggs AO, University of South AustraliaTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Seven Disabled People with Telling Stories. 2. Narrative and Enabling Stories of Child Abuse. 3. An Abusive Society? 4. The Double Whammy Effect. 5. Expressions and Survival of Pain. 6. Organizational Abuse. 7. Who Abuses and Why? 8. Collective Identities. 9. Narratives of the Narrative. 10. Conclusion: towards a Non-Abusive Society. References. Index

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Book SynopsisPeople with Asperger Syndrome have many characteristics that are frequently seen in a negative light. Brenda Boyd shows that for every characteristic of AS that can be looked at negatively, there are several positive aspects that can be drawn on and developed. Discussing AS in general terms, she talks through the reasons why people with AS approach life in the way they do, and what an enormous contribution they make to the world. She then explores different characteristics of AS; while she acknowledges the negative perception so many people have of these characteristics, she points out the large number of advantages to the Aspergers way of thinking for individuals with AS, those around them and society as a whole. For every negative, Boyd proves there are many more positives. From their refreshing honesty to their originality and potential to become leaders rather than followers, people with AS have many admirable personality traits that should be nurtured. This book shows that by adjusting our perceptions of what is 'normal' and embracing diversity, AS can not only be understood and accepted, but appreciated. Appreciating Asperger Syndrome is a celebration of AS which should be read by individuals with AS, family members, and anyone who knows or works professionally with individuals with AS.Trade ReviewThe book made me smile, reflect and, yes, appreciate AS. -- College of Occupational Therapists Newsletter, Specialist Section: People with Learning DisabilitiesBasically this is an excellent book to allow us to look at ourselves, those we know, those we work with, those we parent in a way that understands some of our basic differences. A really enjoyable and useful book by a passionate and expressive author with a great deal of knowledge for us to learn from. -- COTSS PLD NewsletterHere Boyd provides exercises and advice for those with Asperger's to see the positive in their condition and to find coping methods for liviving in a world that doesn't understand the reason behind their social gaffes. -- SciTech Book NewsTable of ContentsForeword. Part 1: Asperger Syndrome - Unlocking the Mystery. Introduction. 1. Bumping into Lamp Posts and Stepping on Toes. 2. Seeing Stars. 3. The Big Umbrella. 4. Wrong Planet Syndrome. 5. The Decoding Approach. 6. Labels and Boxes. 7. Getting it Right. 8. The Wilderness Years. 9. Aspergers and Autism? 10. Aspergers and Giftedness? 11. Identifying Hidden Aspies. 12. Happy Ending, Happy Beginning. 13. Thinking Positive! 14. Positive Philosophies. Part 2: Asperger Syndrome - 300 Positives (an A-Z). Aspie quotations. Useful websites. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisGroup homes are the dominant form of residential accommodation for people with severe learning or intellectual disabilities, and yet there are significant problems within these living environments. This book seeks to highlight the key issues for both residents and staff, and offers practical suggestions for improving community living.Based on original empirical research and drawing on extensive field notes, the book paints a picture of life in group homes today. The authors propose a framework for increasing community presence and participation, and consider the barriers to be overcome if progress is to be made in achieving these key goals. The notion of 'homeliness', the challenge of maintaining a balance between individual and group needs and the concept of practice leadership are all explored. Group Homes for People with Intellectual Disabilities is essential reading for anyone working with people with learning or intellectual disabilities in residential services, as well as academics and students of disability studies, social work and health and social care programmes.Trade ReviewThis highly readable book provides a balanced and thoughtful analysis of the complex dynamics involved in providing homes for people with intellectual disabilities. -- British Journal of Social WorkClements and Bigby have written a well organised and highly readable book that draws together pertinent literature and their own considerable insight and research. In focusing attention on the heterogeneity of disability, they question generic disability policy rhetoric and confront the reader with the barriers and challenges inherent in policy implementation for people who have severe and profound intellectual disabilities living in group homes. -- Australian Social WorkI will say no more other than please read this excellent book. -- British Journal of Learning DisabilitiesThis book needs to be read by everyone interested in improving services for people with learning disabilities so that the great ideals of Valuing People and Valuing People Now can be realised. It takes seriously the very real challenges of making community presence and participation meaningful for people with higher support needs and seeks to translate high-flown rhetoric into practical advice for service-providing organizations, group home managers and workers in residential services. -- British Journal of Learning DisabilitiesThe book is easy to read, well-structured and provides a clear and sometimes saddening insight into the lives of people with severe and profound intellectual disabilities. However the overall message is one of hope and suggests realistic and achievable changes that can be made at all levels of service provision. -- The British Journal of Developmental Disabilities, Ewan CullingThis book can appeal to a wide range of readers... Throughout the book they use a wealth of field notes and excerpts from interviews with staff that help to illustrate their arguments and will resonate with the reader's own experiences in services. In addition, at the end of each chapter there is a list of important topics and questions for further consideration. The book is also an excellent source of information for students and researchers of learning disability services, because each chapter provides a review of the literature and research relevant to the topic. -- Tizard Learning Disability ReviewTable of ContentsForeword. 1. Introduction. 2. Living and Working in Group Homes. 3. Homeliness. 4. Planning and Action for Individualised Outcomes. 5. Participating in Your Own Home. 6. Building Inclusive Communities. 7. Practice Leadership. 8 The Organisational Context. 9. Final Thoughts. References. Index

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Book SynopsisFriendship, even for the most able, requires hard work, and the odds are heavily stacked against those with autism spectrum conditions. Designed for younger children, typically between the ages of two and eight, this comprehensive set of enjoyable activities emphasizes foundation skills such as social referencing, regulating behavior, conversational reciprocity and synchronized actions. The authors include many objectives to plan and evaluate a child's progress, each one related to a specific exercise. Suitable for parental use, the manual is also designed for easy implementation in schools and in therapeutic settings.Trade ReviewThe book is applicable for parents of those on the spectrum, children and adults on the spectrum, teachers, counsellors and anyone involved with, and wishing to help, those to whom social skills do not come naturally... The book is divided into sex levels from novice right through to partner. Each chapter has a similar format which makes it familiar and easy to use. After an initial summary and explanation about the purpose of the section, plus coaching tips, a series of worksheets and activities are provided with clear objectives and instructions. Creative coaches can adapt and extend many of the ideas. Each sheet has a simple objective e.g. In the novice stage, developing attentiveness to communication is a formative skill... Overall this is an extremely useful book with some stimulating and enjoyable exercises that could easily be used as the bases for a parent-let group. Many of the exercises could be carried out by motivated individuals with one or more willing partners. This is good value for money due to the quality and number of worksheets. -- AS TeensThe book contains step by step well laid out activities to teach and encourage skills such as attending, social referencing, improvisation, co-creativity and collaborating, among many others. It is a very much a user friendly `manual' and will be great for planning play dates. The first book is aimed at ages 2 - 8 -- PeachThis Publication is much more than a book, it is a prescription of detailed objective-based interventions in developmental progression for children aged 2 to 8 to develop friendships, relationships and appropriate social behaviour. This manual is suitable for parental use and is an excellent frame of reference to adopt when working with children to acquire relationship skills. It discreetly covers attention, motivation, eye contact and management. This book is not the fix-it model for relationship difficulties, but I fail to see how even implementing one of the activities could not have a positive outcome for both child and therapist. -- NAPOTIt provides a wealth of activities, following a developmental model, for therapists, teachers and parents. The authors suggest that children with autism do not develop friendships just by being among peers, but need strategies and activities to develop the foundations of social referencing, regulation of their own behaviour, and practice in becoming a social partner. The activities focus on teaching the child how to see others as real people, develop a curiosity for social interaction, become a team member, and adapt in social settings. Although some initial activities are a little unorthodox, they are fun and designed to provide the scaffolding needed to teach relationship skills. -- BulletinTable of ContentsActivities. 1. Introduction 2. Friendships are Relationships 3. Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). Level I: Novice. Stage 1. Attend. Stage 2. Reference. Stage 3. Regulate. Stage 4. Coordinate. Level II: Apprentice. Stage 5. Variation. Stage 6. Transformation. Stage 7. Synchronization. Stage 8. Duets. Level III: Challenger. Stage 9. Collaboration. Stage 10. Improvisation. Stage 11. Co-Creation. Stage 12. Running Mates. Appendix A: Progress Tracking Form. Topic Index for Activities. Levels and Stages of the Complete RDI Program.

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Book SynopsisThis volume contains over 200 enjoyable and stimulating activities and exercises ranging over the entire gamut of social and emotional development, and is applicable to anyone, regardless of diagnosis, but will be particularly valuable for those on the autism spectrum. Activities can be undertaken independently, or with a teacher or therapist, and a full schema for the evaluation of progress and objectives is included. A companion website, free to purchasers provides a wealth of further information and support.Trade ReviewAll the activities are provided in a step-by-step manner that a parent can implement in a fun way. I've been using the beginning stages with my daughter for a coupla weeks now for up to an hour a day and she seems to thoroughly enjoy the interaction, long term benefits are yet to be seen but look promising. -- PeachTable of ContentsActivities. 1. Introduction. 2. Relationships. 3. Using the Activities. Level I: Novice. Stage 1. Attend. Stage 2. Reference. Stage 3. Regulate. Stage 4. Coordinate. Level II: Apprentice. Stage 5. Variation. Stage 6. Transformation. Stage 7. Synchronization. Stage 8. Duets. Level III: Challenger. Stage 9. Collaboration. Stage 10. Improvisation. Stage 11. Co-Creation. Stage 12. Running Mates. Level IV: Voyager. Stage 13. Perspectives. Stage 14. Imagination. Stage 15. Group Foundations. Stage 16. Emotion Regulation. Level V: Explorer. Stage 17. Ideas. Stage 18. What's Inside. Stage 19. Conversations. Stage 20. Allies. Appendix A: Relationship Development Questionnaire. Index of Activities and Objectives. Objectives. Levels and Stages of the Complete RDI Program.

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Book SynopsisPeople with autism spectrum conditions may often behave in ways that cause difficulties for themselves and those who care for them. People with Autism Behaving Badly offers effective, long-term strategies to help resolve common problem behaviors such as physical aggression, self-injury, verbal abuse, rudeness and property damage.The book is organized around the common messages conveyed by behaviors and some of the underlying issues that drive these messages. Practical ideas for intervention are provided and illustrated by case examples. A range of exercises help to build understanding of the issues and detail appropriate plans. A log book helps to track what has been tried and what has been learned. In addition the author explores the role of relationship `styles' that can help reduce challenging behaviors and encourage positive ones. Realistic information about working together with individuals, families and outside agencies, and about the pros and cons of medication, is also included.This hands-on, practical manual is indispensable for families, carers and anyone involved with autistic people who need help with behavioral or emotional challenges.Trade ReviewThis book could prove a valuable resource for families of children and adults on the autistic spectrum, as well as the professionals working on them. -- www.youthinmind.netPeople on the autistic spectrum can often display challenging behaviour that has a significant impact on them, their family members and the wider community. This book provides readers with ideas of how to reduce the frequency and severity of such behaviour. It emphasises using what is already known about what does and doesn't work for an individual to guide thinking around this, and a number of exercises are included to help readers focus on what they want to do, why and how. -- www.youthinmind.netThis is a thorough and thoughtful book which is designed to be used as a workbook rather than as a shelf text. It even has two appendices filled with exercises and logs that parents and carers can fill out as they trial the various approaches they choose. As the author says when talking about his book "It offers no magic answers or quick fix solutions. It is about the little things that can be done in everyday life to make things better. It is about using the insights and skills that families have, and working away patiently in a spirit of optimism." -- Autism AwarenessThese chapters contain a wealth of information for family members about behavioural assessment and treatment, presented in accessible language. Constructing this kind of bridge from scientific literature to popular, self-help material is an unappreciated art, and Clements has done it capably. -- PsycCritiquesThis is a great book for parents and professional alike, it offers long term practical strategies to deal with those behaviours which are so distressing for young people with asd and their families. Chapter one is entitled "read this chapter" - here every other chapter in the book is summarised enabling the reader to dip into the appropriate sections as required. Clements shows great empathy with families and gives case examples from his vast experience to illustrate each issue addressed. Having a child or young person in the family with challenging behaviours means that sometimes we get so wrapped up in surviving each day fire watching each situation, that we don't feel able to take a step back and look at where changes can be made. This book helps us to do just that. I would recommend that all families living with autism read it. -- Autism MattersWriting primarily for families of individuals living within the autism spectrum, practitioner Clements gives practical ideas to help reduce the frequency and severity of those individual's undesired behaviours both in public and at home. Admitting that there are no magic answers, he advocates using what families have on their side naturally: optimism, insight, coping skills, and a unique understanding on the needs and behaviours of their family member. He describes how to pinpoint the problem, screen underlying causes, developing a systematic and consistent way of responding to the behaviours, getting into the specifics such as behavioural work, underlying issues, and medications. He includes worksheets and questions to research, learning logs, and a model for patient-doctor interactions. -- Book NewsI would recommend this book to families who already know about autistic spectrum disorder, and who want to work towards overcoming difficulties relating to certain behaviours, writes Beth Billington. The language used is accessible and not too jargon-oriented, and the book is clearly laid out. I particularly like guidelines on how to use the book effectively, without having to read every page. The book is practically very useful, with suggestions for prioritising goals, practical ideas and case examples to illustrate concepts. The use of exercises and thinking points enables the reader to give it a go in the real world, in order to foster change. It explains why people with ASD may "behave badly", and each chapter outlines a theme explaining the reasons behind behaviours that, to "neurotypicals" (people not on the autistic spectrum) may seem inexplicable. -- Community CareTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Part 1. Chapter 1. Read this Chapter. Chapter 2, What's the problem? Chapter 3. Responding to incidents. Part 2. Chapter 4. I can't stand that. Chapter 5. You lost me. Chapter 6. There's something I want from you. Chapter 7. I don't want to say `No'. Chapter 8. I love it when… Chapter 9. I feel terrible. Chapter 10. I'm in charge here. Part 3. Chapter 11. Loss of social connectedness. Chapter 12. Loss of personal well being. Part 4. Chapter 13. Thinking about Drugs Chapter 14. Specific interventions - relationship styles. Chapter 15. Conclusion: Which planet? Appendix 1. Supports that work - what we have learned. Appendix 2. Learning log. Appendix 3. Parent-doctor consultation. Index.

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Book SynopsisAll parents want the best for their child, and for parents of children with special needs, this can mean that their own well-being is neglected. Drawing from their own experiences of parenting children with special needs, interviews and workshops with parents, and research findings, Nancy J. Whiteman and Linda Roan-Yager explore practical ways in which parents can develop a resilient and positive attitude towards caring for their child with special needs.This book considers the challenges of caring for children with physical, developmental and mental health disorders and proposes methods such as learning to see events through your child's own eyes, celebrating their strengths and achievements and recognising how others can help your child. Chapters deal with key topics such as coping with a diagnosis, discussing support needs with a child's teachers and explaining a child's differences to their peers, and the authors stress the importance of parents building support systems for themselves and their children. Real stories from parents and example scenarios illustrate the common difficulties faced by parents of children with special needs, and the authors explain how painful thoughts may be identified and reframed through techniques grounded in cognitive behaviour therapy. Crucially, Building a Joyful Life warns against parents neglecting their own needs, and a range of exercises to be completed by parents will help them to find ways of regaining balance in their lives.Trade ReviewAll parents want the best for their child and for parents of children with special needs, this can mean that their own well being is neglected. Drawing from their own experiences of parenting children with special needs, interviews and workshops with parents, and research findings. Nancy J Whiteman and Linda Roan-Yager explore practical ways in which parents can develop a resilient and positive attitude towards caring for their child with special needs. -- MychildDrawing on practical experience of parenting children with special needs, this workbook explores ways of developing flexible and positive approaches towards providing care and support. It covers physical, developmental and mental disorders, and crucially advises parents against neglecting their own needs. -- British Institute of Learning DisabilitiesEndorsements:'Building a Joyful Life with your Child who has Special Needs is a survival manual for parents of children with disabilities. In this well written and comprehensive book, the authors give parents permission to feel, to accept their faults, to value themselves, and ultimately, to come to terms with their lives. The exercises throughout the book provide a personal, individualized approach that will help each parent find their own way and discover their own consolations from this experience. Building a Joyful Life will be helpful to not only parents of children with special needs but also to the professionals who work with children and their families.' -- Ann Palmer, author of Realizing the College Dream with Autism or Asperger Syndrome and Parenting Across the Autism SpectrumNancy Whiteman and Linda Roan-Yager offer indispensable advice for parents of children with special needs. Drawing on their substantial experience in working with parents, they offer seasoned advice for dealing with one's own disappointments, guilt, and frustration; the stigma of psychiatric illness; improving interactions with children; and building better family and social relationships. Parents will appreciate the mixture of empathy, compassion, and practical application of coping techniques. -- David J. Miklowitz, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, University of ColoradoParents of special needs children struggle to find a place for support, understanding, and hope. Nancy Whiteman and Linda Roan-Yager have created a useful resource that will help parents, as the authors' state, 'come in contact with their own story.' In so doing, parents of special needs children can begin living life more `relaxed, centered and happy' for themselves and their children. -- James Morris, Ph.D., Marriage and Family Therapy Program, Texas Tech University, and Former President, American Association for Marriage and Family TherapyRaising a child with special needs is filled with unique challenges and joys. The authors have integrated their own experiences as mothers of children with special needs, their professional work with families, and recent research findings to offer support, practical exercises and real life stories designed to inspire and encourage parents. -- Human GivensThis positive and useful workbook will help parents of children with disabilities refuel and nourish their own lives! -- Elizabeth Goodwin, Co-founder, The National Down Syndrome SocietyWhen their children were diagnosed with special needs, Whiteman (mother of a girl with Bipolar Disorder)and Roan-Yager (Whose daughter has Down Syndrome) went looking for books that would tell them how to go about surviving such an unexpected life change, and finding nothing satisfactory, resolved to write one themselves. The result blends the no-nonsense, "take your life in your hands and fix it" Approach of standard self-help books with a compassionate understanding of how hard that can be when your child's needs feel overwhelming. -- About.comWhile all parents want the best for their children, parents of a child with special needs sometimes discover that their of a child with special needs sometimes discover their intense focus on the child comes at the expense of fully enjoying their own lives. The co-authors of this book both have children with special needs. They formed an organization named Shifting View to provide inspiration and practical strategies for parents through coaching sessions and workshops. Those experiences established the groundwork for Building a Joyful Life. The basic premise of this book is that no matter what the disability or challenge - physical, developmental, learning or mental health - parents can take control of their own lives and find happiness while ensuring the best for their children. -- QuestTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. A Note on the Text. About the Authors. Introduction. 1. Springing Back and Moving Forward: Resilience and Happiness. 2. Putting on Your Oxygen Mask: Intention and Self-care. 3. The Twisted Skein: Embracing our Complex and Conflicting Feelings. 4. Seeing with New Eyes: Reframing our Perceptions and Beliefs. 5. Shrinking the Balloon: Seeing our Child as a Whole Person. 6. Building Your Child's Village: Deepening our Child's Connections to Others. 7. Knocking on the Door: Building our Support Systems. 8. Finding Personal Meaning: Unlocking the Fullness of Life. Additional Resources. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisAnne's sister Becky was born in 1958, long before most people had even heard of autism. Diagnosed with "emotional disturbance," Becky was subjected for much of her childhood to well-meaning but futile efforts at "rehabilitation" or "cure," as well as prolonged spells in institutions away from her family.Painting a vivid picture of growing up in small-town America during the Sixties, Anne describes her sister's and her own painful childhood experiences with compassion and honesty. Struggling with the separation from her sister and the emotional and financial hardships the family experienced as a result of Becky's condition, Anne nevertheless found that her sister had something that "normal" people were unable to offer. Today she is accepting of her sister's autism and the impact, both painful and positive, it has had on both their lives.This bittersweet memoir will resonate with families affected by autism and other developmental disorders and will appeal to everyone interested in the condition.Trade ReviewThis is a gripping book about a family's survival to get their daughter disgnosed. When they finally receive a disgnosis they are told it is autism. It takes you through the journey from when Becky was a baby until she was in her forties. It covers all the challenges the family encounter just to survive and some of the rewards they receive for being persistent. Readers will be won over by the herat-warming story of this family, who have usually encountered some of the same roadblocks as other families coping with autism. -- Good Autism PracticeThe journey from early childhood through puberty and into adulthood is movingly documanted in a frank and critical way... This book shows how autism can have an impact on siblings and their efforts to reconcile their own developmental needs with the challengeing demands of a sister with autism. -- DebateTable of ContentsIntroduction. Chapter One. Chapter Two. Chapter Three. Chapter Four. Chapter Five. Chapter Six. Chapter Seven. Chapter Eight. Chapter Nine. Chapter Ten. Chapter Eleven. Chapter Twelve. Chapter Thirteen. Chapter Fourteen. Chapter Fifteen. Chapter Sixteen. Chapter Seventeen. Chapter Eighteen. Afterword.

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Book SynopsisIn the United States alone, there are roughly three million individuals living with a developmental disability, but less than a third are active in the labor market. This book provides a comprehensive approach to developing a successful jobs program for persons with developmental disabilities, drawn from the author's extensive experience and real success.The majority of persons with developmental disabilities are unemployed, underemployed, or still work in sheltered programs where it is almost impossible to reach their full potential. Job success is possible, but it requires a system based on a business model based on proven economics, rather than the traditional social services model. By employing a step-by-step procedure for gaining insight into the client, analyzing market opportunities, matching the client to a job, and supporting the client after placement, service providers can help individuals make a successful transition into good community-based employment.Job Success for Persons with Developmental Disabilities will be essential reading for profit and non-profit rehabilitation service organizations, private job development businesses, government funding agencies, special education job placement programs, transition specialists, and families of persons with developmental disabilities.Trade ReviewThe book is well structured and written in a clear stuyle... The practical tone fo the book clearly reflects Wiegan's many years experience in the field of supporting and progressing individuals with developmental disabilities. There are some sections of the book that are useful as a refresher for experienced Occupational Psychologists and as useful background for new Occupational Psychologists. -- Journal of Occupational Psychology, Employment and DisabilityTable of ContentsChapter 1. The Philosophy of Employment. Chapter 2. The Business Model. Chapter 3. Understanding Job Success. Chapter 4. Understanding the Client. Chapter 5. The Job Development Plan. Chapter 6. Individual Job Development. Chapter 7. Corporate Job Development. Chapter 8. Natural Supports. Chapter 9. Understanding the Job. Chapter 10. On the Job Training. Chapter 11. Job Coaching. Chapter 12. Financial Success. Chapter 13. Hiring and Training Staff. Chapter 14. Mythology. Chapter 15. Health, Diet, and Socialization. Chapter 16. Organizations, Structures, and Ethics. Addendum: Principles of Job Success. References. Index

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Book SynopsisGetting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome is a practical, problem-solving guide for those caring for or supporting an adult with Asperger Syndrome (AS). It will help them understand the condition and the difficulties it may cause, so that they can offer support in the most beneficial way.The book explains what AS is and why certain behaviours frequently occur: such as anxiety, fear of change and unusual sensitivities. Once behaviours and reactions are understood, many of the apparent problems become less troublesome, and difficulties can be avoided or easily-resolved. Practical strategies are offered to combat problems that may arise, and common issues that specifically occur with individuals diagnosed later in life are addressed.Easy-to-read and accessible, this book is a useful reference for friends and family of individuals with AS, as well as health and social care staff and students, whatever the level of training and experience.Trade ReviewThe success of this book is truly in the author's ability to convey in each chapter what Asperger Syndrome may look like on a day to day basis... In a remarkable way, the author is describing and illustrating the most insignificant and potentially trivial daily issues all of us encounter by through the eyes of the individual with Asperger Syndrome which transform these circumstances and situations into a true and rather different challenge... The book would be very useful and helpful to parents and other family members, educators and Para-professionals. A very well written, easy to read and rooted in reality exposure book that sheds light on the population of adults with AS which at times get forgotten. -- Journal of Autism Developmental DisordersTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. What is Asperger Syndrome? 2. Differential Diagnosis. 3. Memory, Attention and Understanding. 4. Practical Difficulties and Everyday Tasks. 5. Language and Conversation. 6. Social Rules and Relationships. 7. Problem-solving and Coping with Change. 8. Coping with Anxiety and Other Emotions. 9. Obsessional Interests and Other Common Characteristics. 10. Needs and Service Development. Further Reading. Index

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Book SynopsisIn an era of scarce social resources the question of the changing social policy constructions and responses to disabled people has become increasingly important. Paradoxically, some disabled people are realising new freedoms and choices never before envisioned, whilst others are prey to major retractions in public services and aggressive attempts to redefine who counts as 'genuinely disabled'. Understanding disability policy locates disability policy into broader social policy and welfare policy writings and goes beyond narrow statutory evaluations of welfare to embrace a range of indicators of disabled people's welfare. The book critically explores the roles of social security, social support, poverty, socio-economic status, community safety, official discourses and spatial change in shaping disabled people's opportunities. It also situates welfare and disability policy in the broader conceptual shifts to the social model of disability and its critics. Finally it explores the possible connection between changing official and academic constructions of disability and their implications for social policy in the 21st century. The book is supported by a companion website, containing additional materials for both students and lecturers using the book, which is available from the link above.Trade Review"Roulstone and Prideaux have composed a beautiful book. It is engaging, accessible and meticulously written with a steady rhythm that invites the reader ... I have no hesitation in recommending this book. It's easy to read, conceptually clear and logically mapped out." British Journal of Social Work"Understanding Disability Policy is a sophisticated and elegant book which engages with inherently complex and contested issues with conceptual clarity ... Roulstone and Prideaux have produced here an essential read for those from social work, disability studies and all policy backgrounds." British Journal of Social Policy"Understanding Disability Policy is a sophisticated and elegant book which engages with inherently complex and contested issues with conceptual clarity." Toby Brandon Journal of Social Policy"Contemporary, inclusive with an acute awareness of the changing force of policy upon disabled people" Alison Martland, University Centre at Blackburn College"This comprehensive and engaging book is a valuable addition to disability studies and to social policy more generally. It is essential reading for anyone concerned with either the legacy of social policy responses to the 'problem' of disability or with current debates about the future development of disability policy." Hannah Morgan, Lancaster University"Disability policy has changed dramatically over the last fifty years and especially so since the turn of 21st century. Roulstone and Prideaux have produced a comprehensive and accessible analysis of these changes that will prove to be an invaluable text for students, researchers and policy analysts across a range of disciplines: highly recommended." Colin Barnes, University of LeedsTable of ContentsIntroduction; Contextualising disability welfare policy; Cure, care and protect: the paternalist policy heritage; Clauses for conditionality: activating disabled adults; Aiming high enough? Disabled children and the mainstream lives; Getting it right? The impact of recent disability policy; Out of the labyrinth: the disability benefits system unpacked; Widening the policy gaze: what can we learn from comparative disability policy analysis; Conclusions.

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Book SynopsisCombining critical policy analysis with biographical accounts, this book provides a socio-historical account of the changing treatment of disabled people in Britain from the 1940s to the present day. It asks whether life has really changed for disabled people and shows the value of using biographical methods in new and critical ways to examine social and historical change over time.Trade Review"One of the best offerings in this field." Journal of Social Policy"A fascinating study in which more conventional histories of post-war disability are challenged through the skilful use of life stories." Anne Borsay, Professor of Healthcare & Medical Humanities, University of SwanseaTable of ContentsIntroduction; Disability and social change; Researching lives, telling stories; Family and friendship; Medicalisation and de-medicalisation; Education; Employment; Becoming 'disabled'; The past, the present and the future

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Book SynopsisFrom the liberation of the electric wheelchair to the ignominy of discrimination and incarceration, there have been both great advances and terrible setbacks for disabled people in Britain over the last fifty years. Hard-hitting and hilarious, personal and poignant, CripTales comprises six fictional monologues portraying some very real experiences. From negotiating friendships and personal assistants, navigating the benefits system, and experiencing sexual fulfilment, they challenge the view that having a disability is a problem or ‘not normal’. Normal doesn’t exist! CripTales was commissioned by the BBC and broadcast on BBC Four and BBC America in 2020 to mark the twenty-fifth anniversary of the UK’s Disability Discrimination Act, which criminalised discrimination against disabled people in many areas of life. The production had disabled people at its core – as writers, directors and actors of all six monologues. Mat Fraser, the series’ Creative Director, said, ‘Disabled voices have been shut out of mainstream TV drama for too long and this is a chance to showcase some of the wonderful, inventive, funny, dramatic, sexy and sobering potential available… We called the series CripTales, as the word ‘crip’ has been taken by the disabled community as a self-empowering title since the late ’80s, and these are authentic stories and tales from people who identify as Deaf and Disabled people and who are embedded in disabled community.’Trade Review'Hilarious and wise and gentle and furious all at once' * The Times *'Moving and authentic… succeeds both as a collective artistic statement, and as an unusually in-depth experience in disability awareness… an emotionally complex, topically diverse series that makes a strong statement for the disability experience and disabled artists’ unique ability to interpret it' * Forbes *'A brilliant, shocking, and funny collection… feels like a significant step forward' * Culture Whisper *'Sharp, dark and unexpected all at once… these monologues give Alan Bennett a run for his money' * The i paper *'Thought-provoking, amusing and touching' * Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisDomestic violence is encountered by disabled women more frequently than non-disabled women, yet disabled women are less likely to receive appropriate services, and there has been little research on their experiences and how this problem can be addressed.This book, drawing on the first UK national study of disabled women who have suffered domestic violence, highlights the experiences of these women, the nature of the violence perpetrated against them, and the seriousness and range of its impacts. The book draws attention to the gaps in services for disabled women and discusses how professional responses should be developed and improved, pointing to current examples of good practice. It includes first-hand accounts from disabled women and includes contributions from leading disabled women activists.This book will be important reading for students, practitioners, policymakers and academics in the fields of disability and domestic violence.Trade Review...this book is a valuable and timely examination of disabled women's experience of domestic violence. -- Disability & SocietyDisabled women face multiple challenges and discrimination, both in their experiences of domestic and sexual violence, and in gaining access to appropriate services….I hope this book will be a wake-up call for professionals and activists in all relevant statutory and voluntary agencies to review our own policy approaches and ensure that in all our local consultations and strategic planning, the findings and messages in this book, and the voices of disabled women survivors, are heard. -- From the Foreword by Nicola Harwin, Chief Executive, Women's AidTable of ContentsForeword by Nicola Harwin CBE, Chief Executive of Women's Aid Federation of England. 1. Introduction. 2. What the research tells us: A story of gaps and lacks. 3. Disabled women's experiences of domestic violence and abuse. 4. Professional responses to disabled women affected by domestic violence. 5. Understanding our history: the personal is political (Brenda Ellis and Ruth Bashall). 6. Nothing about us without us: policy and practice (Ruth Bashall and Brenda Ellis). 7. Ideas for moving forward: good practice and recommendations. 8. Looking more widely: strategic agendas and incorporating issues for disabled women experiencing domestic violence. 9. Conclusions.

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