Autism Educational and Therapeutic Approaches

Name: Autism Educational and Therapeutic Approaches
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ISBN: 9780857024893

ISBN-10: 0857024892

ISBN-13: 9780857024893

Edition: 2011

Authors: Efrosini Kalyva

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There are a number of different approaches and therapies available for children, young people and adults on the autistic spectrum, and the amount of information available on each one can be daunting for professionals and parents alike. This book offers concise and clear explanations of a variety of proposed interventions and their effectiveness, and helps the reader to decide on the most appropriate treatment for each individual. Efrosini Kalyva writes accessibly about recent scientific evidence and the latest research, and allows you to consider the pros and cons of each approach. She focuses on the following areas: - cognitive-behavioural approaches - developing social interaction -…

Book details

List price: $39.99
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Limited
Publication date: 5/6/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 200
Size: 6.75" wide x 9.50" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.770
Language: English



About the Author


Preface


Introduction



Cognitive-Behavioural Approaches


Applied behaviour analysis


TEACCH programme


Cognitive-behavioural therapy


Denver Health Sciences Programme


DIR/Floortime method


LEAP - Learning Experiences: An Alternative Programme for Preschoolers and Parents


Miller method



Approaches for Developing Social Interaction


Social Stories


Circle of Friends



Approaches for Developing Alternative Communication


PECS


Sign language



Approaches Based on Play


Non-directive play


Pivotal response training


Integrated play groups



Sensorimotor Approaches


Music therapy


Sensory integration


Auditory integration


Visual therapies


Facilitated communication


Higashi school or Daily Life therapy



Biochemical Approaches


Pharmacotherapy


Secretin


Other biochemical therapies



Other Approaches


Psychoanalytic psychotherapy


Holding therapy


Son-Rise Programme or Options


Epilogue


References


Index