Ebook: Autism with Severe Learning Difficulties

Copyright Page; Preface; 1 Implications of the Dual Diagnosis; 2 Characteristic Behaviour and Development; 3 Fostering Social Interaction; 4 Systems of Communication; 5 Teaching Language and Communication; 6 Play Skills; 7 Supportive Educational Environments; 8 Understanding and Preventing Challenging Behaviour; 9 Approaches to Planning and Management of Behaviour; 10 Daily Living Skills, Leisure and Support for Families; 11 Transition to Adult Life; 12 A Productive Life and Sources of Help; References.;Aimed at those who care for or educate children who have autism, plus other learning difficulties (though it is applicable to those who work with adults with similar problems). It is a practical guide, using examples to show how behaviour can be understood and the strengths of various techniques. Rita Jordan uses a variety of programmes and covers topics such as: the implications of the dual diagnosis, fostering social interaction, educational provision, managing challenging behaviour and the transition to adulthood.