The Parents' Practical Guide to Resilience for Children aged 2-10 on the Autism Spectrum

The Parents' Practical Guide to Resilience for Children aged 2-10 on the Autism Spectrum
Author: Yenn Purkis
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1784505749

Children and young people with autism have the capacity to be independent and resilient which can help them live independently or be supported to live a fulfilling life and reach their full potential. This book empowers parents of autistic children aged two to ten to help them promote resilience in their child. Full of suggestions and simple activities, this easy-to-use resource will help guide parents on how to build the foundations of resilience and independence for situations such as school, new environments and relationships with other children. It includes information about the main developmental stages for children on the autism spectrum, and will take parents through life events and milestones at different ages and identify where difficulties and barriers to resilience may arise and how to address them.

The Parents' Practical Guide to Resilience for Preteens and Teenagers on the Autism Spectrum

The Parents' Practical Guide to Resilience for Preteens and Teenagers on the Autism Spectrum
Author: Yenn Purkis
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2018-05-21
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1784505757

This book empowers parents of autistic young people aged 11 to 20 to help them promote resilience in their child. Full of suggestions and simple activities, this easy-to-use resource will help guide parents on how to build the foundations of resilience and independence for situations such as negotiating sexuality and relationships, entering employment or living away from home. It includes information about the main developmental stages for preteens and teens on the autism spectrum, and will take parents through life events and milestones at different ages and identify where difficulties and barriers to resilience may arise and how to address them.

Handbook of Resilience in Children

Handbook of Resilience in Children
Author: Sam Goldstein
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 594
Release: 2023-03-09
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 3031147286

The third edition of this handbook addresses not only the concept of resilience in children who overcome adversity, but it also explores the development of children not considered at risk addressing recent challenges as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. The new edition reviews the scientific literature that supports findings that stress-hardiness and resilience in all children leads to happier and healthier lives as well as improved functionality across the lifespan. In this edition, expert contributors examine resilience in relation to environmental stressors as phenomena in child and adolescent disorders and as a means toward positive adaptation into adulthood. The significantly expanded third edition includes new and significantly revised chapters that explore strategies for developing resilience in families, clinical practice, and educational settings as well as its nurturance in caregivers and teachers. Key areas of coverage include: Exploration of the four waves of resilience research. Resilience in gene-environment transactions. Resilience in boys and girls. Resilience in family processes. Asset building as an essential component of intervention. Assessment of social and emotional competencies related to resilience. Building resilience through school bullying prevention. Resilience in positive youth development. Enhancing resilience through effective thinking. The Handbook of Resilience in Children, Third Edition, is an essential reference for researchers, clinicians and allied practitioners, and graduate students across such interrelated disciplines as child and school psychology, social work, public health as well as developmental psychology, special and general education, child and adolescent psychiatry, family studies, and pediatrics.

Raising Resilient Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Strategies for Maximizing Their Strengths, Coping with Adversity, and Developing a Social Mindset

Raising Resilient Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Strategies for Maximizing Their Strengths, Coping with Adversity, and Developing a Social Mindset
Author: Robert Brooks
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2012-01-06
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0071739866

New hope for parents raising a child with autism spectrum disorders In Raising Resilient Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, noted psychologists and bestselling authors Dr. Goldstein and Dr. Brooks teach you the strategies and mindset necessary to help your child develop strength, hope, and optimism. This is the first approach for autism spectrum disorders based in the extremely popular field of positive psychology. Drs. Brooks and Goldstein--world-renowned experts on child psychology and, specifically, resilience--offer you practical tips for long-term solutions rather than just quick fixes. Featuring dozens of stories and an easy-to-follow, prescriptive narrative, Drs. Brooks and Goldstein demonstrate how to apply resilience to every parenting practice when raising a child with autism spectrum disorders, preparing him or her for the challenges of today’s complicated, ever-changing world and helping your child develop essential social skills. Learn how to: Empower your child to problem-solve on his or her own Teach your child to learn from mistakes rather than feel defeated by them Discipline your child while instilling self-worth Build an alliance with your child's school

The Awesome Autistic Go-To Guide

The Awesome Autistic Go-To Guide
Author: Yenn Purkis
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2020-04-21
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1787753174

This book explores what it feels like to be a young person on the autism spectrum and looks at all the brilliant things people on the autism spectrum can do. Full of insights about being awesome and autistic, this book celebrates the strengths of understanding the world in a different way. It looks at all the reasons being you and thinking differently can be totally awesome! It also has tips for managing tricky situations such as meltdowns, sensory differences and anxiety. It includes fun activities and diary pages where you can write your thoughts and feelings to help you concentrate on your strengths and work on your challenges. This book helps you develop the confidence to be who you are and help you live life with as little stress and anxiety as possible.

Interoception and Regulation

Interoception and Regulation
Author: Emma Goodall
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 135
Release: 2022-03-21
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1787757293

There are some things that many of us take for granted - such as knowing when we are hot or cold, feel hungry, or need to go to the toilet. But how do we know these things, and why do some people struggle to recognise them? Interoception - the ability to identify and act on physical sensations inside the body - is crucial to human well-being. It underpins physical developmental milestones, such as toilet-training, as well emotional ones, such as the ability to self-regulate. Research shows that Autism often co-occurs with poor interoceptive sense. This practical and informative book demystifies interoception and provides tools to help boost interoceptive abilities. It summarises the latest research, explores how interoceptive difficulties can be identified, suggests strategies to manage feelings and emotions, and explains how to support individuals in 'tuning in' to themselves.

An Introduction to Autism for Adoptive and Foster Families

An Introduction to Autism for Adoptive and Foster Families
Author: Katie Hunt
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2018-10-18
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1784507598

Written for busy foster carers and adoptive parents, this book provides a concise introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and how to support a child with a diagnosis. It emphasises the common strengths children with ASD have, as well as offering strategies for any behavioural issues that are likely to arise, highlighting how these can be exacerbated by the care system and adoption process. The first part of the book looks at the different aspects of autism and the challenges it can pose for children and parents, providing strategies for managing difficulties at home and at school, using social stories, and reducing sensory input in a child's environment. The second part looks at issues that arise for fostered or adopted children, including placement transitions, contact, and explaining the past. It concludes with helping parents to think about self-care.

Fifteen Things They Forgot to Tell You About Autism

Fifteen Things They Forgot to Tell You About Autism
Author: Debby Elley
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2018-04-19
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1784508101

What if the things people need to know about autism is not the information they're getting? Combining myth-busting advice with personal experience, this book from the mother of autistic twins shares simple strategies to build children's confidence, communication, and independence. From sharing the joy of yodelling around shops at the weekend, to finding creative ways to communicate with both her verbal and her non-verbal sons, Debby Elley gives practical and fun tips for everyday living and shows that being autistic is just another way of being. Both witty and candid, the book discusses labels, meltdowns, acceptance, happiness and much more.

The Autistic Child's Guide

The Autistic Child's Guide
Author: Heather Mackenzie
Publisher: Wired Fox Publications
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2013-09-06
Genre: Autistic children
ISBN: 9780968446669

THE AUTISTIC CHILD'S GUIDE presents spark*, the Self-regulation Program of Awareness and Resilience in Kids. spark* is an innovative evidence-based program that teaches children how to manage and regulate their behavior, thinking and emotions more effectively. spark* is appropriate for any child, two to 12 years of age, where self-regulation is a concern; for example, children with autism spectrum disorders, fetal alcohol disorder, Fragile X and attention deficit. This book contains 44 step-by-step lessons that can be implemented by teachers, therapists, assistants and parents. Based on well-researched theory and extensive clinical experience, the groundbreaking spark* program helps children learn how and when to control their bodies, thinking and reactions to things that happen around them. They also learn when and where they can 'let loose' and not worry about self-regulation. spark* is comprehensive, practical and systematic and provides all information and resources needed to implement the program successfully, including a CD with printable and internet resources. Unique features of spark* * Focus on three areas of self-regulation: behavioral, cognitive and emotional * Emphasis on five major executive functions * Early and consistent inclusion of self-calming, resilience and self-advocacy strategies * Systematic withdrawal of adult direction moving toward self-direction for each child * Explicit teaching of generalization of self-regulation skills and strategies

Talk to Me

Talk to Me
Author: Heather Jones
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2014-02-21
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0857008986

If your child finds talking to people a struggle, this is the book to get the conversation started. In this hands-on guide, Heather Jones offers practical advice, born of experience with her own son, which will help you teach your child the principles of communication. Full of strategies and examples, it shows how you can allay fears, build confidence and teach your child to enjoy conversation. Once a child gets used to talking with other people, many life skills can develop more easily as they grow up – from making friends and shopping for themselves, to being interviewed and eventually getting a job. This handy book provides guidance and inspiration to parents, teachers and anyone else who cares for a child who finds language and comprehension difficult.