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#1 2008-04-19 00:22:25
- seymoursheep
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Autism for Dummies
I would reccomend reading the book Autism for Dummies...although the title is degrading, I assure you the book is awesome, it is written by Stephen Shore,who is autistic/aspergers himself and it is phenominal. It provides an overview of the different styles of treatment as well as some suggestions as to what to do right from the beginning...right until adulthood. I own a lot of books,and it is my most lent out, (I am going to buy a 2nd copy)
It can be bought online at www.amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Aut … 0764525476
Sarah
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#2 2008-04-19 07:47:38
- shannonj
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Re: Autism for Dummies
Stephen is a family friend and is so insightful. I recommend the book as well. We are hoping to interview him for an upcoming Autism Podcast (www.autismpodcast.org) and would love to know what questions you might have for him....
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#3 2008-04-20 09:00:40
- AIsForAutism
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Re: Autism for Dummies
Shannon, I met Stephen at a book signing last summer for the ASA Conference at the AAPC table. I didn't really get a chance to speak with him and wish I'd have taken a seminar he offered...maybe this summer.
Here are some questions that I would have for him...
(1) If you only had 3 things to share with neuro-typicals about autism, what would they be?
(2) What is the most challenging thing about living on the spectrum?
(3) What is the coolest thing about living on the spectrum?
(4) What is the most incorrect assumption about those on the spectrum?
(5) How do you see the current society as far as acceptance or lackthereof with adults on the spectrum? Do you see a positive change in the future potentially?
(6) As an author of children's books on autism, I wonder what topics I should concentrate on that would have helped him growing up on the spectrum?
(7) Does he see a more positive environment coming in this society for those on the spectrum?
(8) Who are his heroes?
(9) What authors does he enjoy reading?
Joanna K-V
www.AisForAutism.net
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