Could it be You? : Overcoming Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Adhd, Ocd, Tourette's Syndrome, Autism and Asper -- Paperback
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Following the massive success of his first book Is That My Child? -the groundbreaking guide to overcoming learning difficulties in children-Dr. Robin Pauc turns his attention to adults and provides a revolutionary new way of understanding and treating conditions from dyslexia and dyspraxia to ADHD and Tourette's Syndrome. With sound advice, dietary tips and brain exercises, Dr. Pauc explains the history of adult learning difficulties and provides a lifeline to those suffering from these conditions, including: the impact of learning difficulties on adults; the history and symptoms of learning difficulties; practical ways to treat Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADD/ADHD, OCD, Tourette's, autism and Asperger's syndrome; how diet can help adults with learning difficulties; and general and specific exercises to help.
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Neurodiversity : Discovering the Extraordinary Gifts of Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Brain Differences
"Neurodiversity" by Thomas Armstrong takes the perspective that "brain differences" including autism can be seen as gifts as well as challenges. Armstrong suggests that society defines what we mean by normal or exceptional, and that we can choose to see things differently. Overall, it's an interesting idea, though the book itself is a little less exciting and insightful than the premise seems to promise (especially relative to autism as opposed to other disorders such as Depression, about which the author is better informed)
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Kids in the Syndrome Mix of ADHD, LD, Asperger's, Tourette's, Bipolar and More! : The One Stop Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals
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It is no secret that people with neurological differences tend to present with a mix of neuropsychiatric conditions. The big secret is how to discern when and how one condition begins, ends, or overlaps with another. Without such understanding, designing the best therapies and supports becomes very problematic, if not impossible. In Dr. Kutscher we have a finely trained MD neurologist and a natural educator who can pull all the pieces together for us. Kids in the Syndrome Mix of ADHD, LD, Asperger's, Tourette's, Bipolar, and More! has become my main reference tool and THE book I provide to my peers when we come together to develop IEPs or home based intervention programs for kids 'in the syndrome mix'. In fact, I sent this book to all of my counselor and teacher friends, the moment it was published. It really is that good!
-Liane Holliday Willey, EdD, author of Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome, Asperger Syndrome in the Family: Redefining Normal, and editor of Asperger Syndrome in Adolescence: Living with the Ups, the Downs and Things in Between
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By Exkorn, Karen Siff/ Volkmar, Fred R. (FRW)
Published Date : 2006/09
Price : SGD 32.10 Review from Amazon.com
"I have a loved one (nephew) that has been challenged with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I felt that reading this book would be informative as well as showing my support for the family. Well it was, and then some.
What surprises me is that it is not a dry and tedious read. Author Karen Siff Exkorn manages to explain technical, diagnostic and therapeutic terms and processes in intelligent and uncomplicated English. Make no mistake - this is not a dim-witted "Autism for Dummies" style book either.
It is clear that she has been through much, for only the voice of experience could have this veracity. I was intrigued to read about her family's personal experiences. Her stories and examples involving her son, Jake, are understated and not drenched in sentimentality. It added a very real and human dimension to the book.
The book has four sections:
-Diagnosis
-Treatment
-Coping
-Healing
It also includes a large and pragmatic appendix; covering areas such as diagnostic criteria, organizations, resources, recommended reading, and a glossary.
At the end of each section are questions and answers. I found myself reading the questions and thinking to myself "Hey, now there is a good one!" No stone was left unturned.
I think many parents and guardians will also appreciate chapter 7: "You Have the Power: Advocating for Your Child's Legal Rights". It is clear and practical information, loaded with parent's experiences and helpful tips on how to "work the system". There are a variety of programs and Siff Exkorn explains how to jump the hurdles and stay on top of it all.
There is an aspect often neglected by other books and articles regarding ASD: the emotional impact on the care-givers and the family. Siff Exkorn devoted much of the last two chapters to this very subject matter. Here she advocates taking care of ourselves, and ways to do it, so that we remain effective care-givers and create a content family life that includes a child with an ASD. It was reassuring to read that others have gone through similar experiences.
I am most grateful to Karen Siff Exkorn for authoring this much needed book, and would recommend it to anyone who has interest in the Autistic Spectrum Disorders."
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Cutting Edge Therapies for Autism 2010-2011
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Review from Amazon.com
"Please note: I got this book for free because I'm a parenting author. I also have a nephew who is autistic, so I am very interested in the latest in spectrum disorder therapies. I have been plowing through this book for the past few days, and I find it to be very useful, unbiased and helpful for anyone who is trying to sort out the many different therapies currently available for kids on the autism spectrum. I find myself reading aloud information to my family, from statistics to insights we weren't aware of before I read the book. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to learn all there is to know about therapies, ranging from the obscure to the scientifically proven."
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