Freedom from Meltdowns Dr. Thompson's Solutions for Children with Autism

Name: Freedom from Meltdowns Dr. Thompson's Solutions for Children with Autism
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ISBN: 9781557669865

ISBN-10: 1557669864

ISBN-13: 9781557669865

Edition: 2009

Authors: Travis Thompson

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Practical advice on how to address emotional outbursts from children with autism spectrum disorders and related disorders. The book explores possible causes of these meltdowns, how to mitigate and prevent their occurrence, how to teach alternative coping strategies, and how to work together as a family to cope with the situation.

Book details

List price: $29.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Brookes Publishing
Publication date: 11/6/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 304
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.100
Language: English



About the Author


Foreword



Preface



Meltdowns: Primary Contributing Factors



Wednesday's Child: Meltdowns and Tantrums



Health Conditions Contributing to Meltdowns



Trigger Events



What Do They Get Out of It?



Developing an Action Plan



Overcoming Behavioral Tsunamis: Functional Behavioral Assessment



Public Meltdowns and Self-Injury



Problem Solving: Communication and Social Skills



Managing Feelings and Mental Health Problems



Situational, Family, and Cultural Considerations



Physical Setting Features



Kin and Customs



Meltdowns in School: Prevention and Intervention



Family Support


References


Index