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'Writing mainly for parents, the authors provide realistic and practical information, richly brought to life by the stories of families in which even the simplest of events (such as going shopping or cutting hair) is frighteningly complex. The theme that runs through this survey of play, language and social reciprocity is that autistic individuals have a unique world view. No form of intervention, no matter how intensively pursued, can or should change this altered perspective. Sensibly, these authors put parents at the helm of decision-making, and they describe a wide range of educational opportunities that can enable autistic individuals to function more effectively in the family, at school or at work, including techniques based on behaviour modification. It explains components of programmes such as the picture exchange communication system (PECS), applied behavioural analysis (ABA) and TEACCH. Different methods work for different children, they write, displaying a pragmatism that is the real strength of this excellent guide.' -- Times Educational Supplement

`Writing mainly for parents, the authors provide realistic and practical information, richly brought to life by the stories of families in which even the simplest of events (such as going shopping or cutting hair) is frighteningly complex. The theme that runs through this survey of play, language and social reciprocity is that autistic individuals have a unique world view. No form of intervention, no matter how intensively pursued, can or should change this altered perspective. Sensibly, these authors put parents at the helm of decision-making, and they describe a wide range of educational opportunities that can enable autistic individuals to function more effectively in the family, at school or at work, including techniques based on behaviour modification. It explains components of programmes such as the picture exchange communication system (PECS), applied behavioural analysis (ABA) and TEACCH. Different methods work for different children, they write, displaying a pragmatism that is the real strength of this excellent guide.' -- Times Educational Supplement

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Barbara Quinn is a Nurse Clinician at the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Albany Medical College. She has a graduate degree in Educational Psychology. She is a freelance writer who brings sixteen years of nursing experience and work with families to her writing. Anthony Malone is Division Head for the Division of Developmental and Behavorial Pediatrics at Albany Medical College and has spent his career helping families understand developmental disabilities. He also has an active private pediatric practice and cares for many children with special needs. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Society for Behavioral and Developmental Pediatrics and the American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine.

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