| Description |
1 online resource (192 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
The need for support. Philosophy and principles ; Understanding the nature of autism spectrum disorder -- The nuts and bolts of support. Key areas for support ; Organization ; Interpretation ; Communication ; Social interaction ; Health matters -- Implementation and management of support. Managing support ; Care plan ; Ethics ; Family support -- Support within society. Networks ; Disclosure ; Education ; Employment ; The criminal justice system ; Accessing services and benefits -- The future. A vision for effective support |
| Summary |
One element at the heart of effective service provision is an understanding of the service user's needs. This book unravels some of the common misunderstandings between people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and providers of support services, and offers practical advice on how to ensure that the needs of people with ASD are catered for effectively. Denise Edwards writes directly from her own experiences of finding appropriate support for her adopted son, John Paul, who has Asperger's syndrome, but also draws on the experiences of a broad range of service users. She emphasises the importan |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 186-187) and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Autistic people -- Care
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Autistic people -- Services for
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Autistic Disorder
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Caregivers
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Coping With Disability.
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Social Welfare & Social Services.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Diseases -- Nervous System (incl. Brain)
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Autistic people -- Services for
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Bliss, E. Veronica.
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| ISBN |
9781846427879 |
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1846427878 |
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1281782149 |
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9781281782144 |
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1843105772 |
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9781843105770 |
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