Welcome to Special Scotland’s Autism online library, a free resource for parents & guardians living in Scotland. We provide a range of books on Autism & Aspergers Syndrome, which are free to use, we even provide the postage! The aim of this resource is to provide literature at no cost to the family. We understand the huge cost some of these books incur and want you to be able to test the book your interested in before you buy. Special Scotland may be able to fund the purchase of some of these books should you wish to own one through our grants scheme, click here for further details.
1) Step One - Download and complete the agreement of use form. You can post or email it back to us.
2) Step Two - Choose you book!
3) Step Three - Email your book choice, quoting the reference number to:
library@specialscotland.org
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Fill in the form below - it's quick and easy!
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Autism in the Early Years REF 001
Anyone meeting a young child with autism for the first time will find this book invaluable.'
The authors provide extensive material that will be equally accessible and relevant to parents following an early diagnosis of autism in their child. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book |
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Autism Spectrum Disorders REF 002
'The Complete Guide'
Autism Spectrum Disorders affect 5000,000 families in the Auk and the incidence rate is rising. Now more than ever parents, teachers and carers desperately need a fully comprehensive guide to Autism. |
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My Brother is Different REF 003
Written by a mother of a child with autism and beautifully illustrated in full colour, this book explains the behaviour of a child with autism in terms that young siblings will be able to understand, enabling them to deal both practically and emotionally with their brother/sister. This book is aimed at younger siblings aged 4-7.
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How to Stop Bullying REF 004
Whether the bullying takes the form of physical intimidation, psychological harassment or internet or mobile phone bullying, Marianna Csoti explains the positive steps you can take to stop it and help protect the children in your care.
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The Potty Journey REF 005
Toilet training for children with autism is not easy. The child's communication and sensory difficulties mean that normal strategies often do not work. Judith uses a no-nonsense, often humorous approach to head for destination dry pants. She explains:
- how to tell if a child is ready
- how to develop effective routines
- how to use rewards
- the hidden curriculum of public toilets
- the significance of dry pants
- the importance of patience and keeping a sense of humour.
Judith is a psychiatric nurse who has worked with children with autism spectrum disorders for 30 years.
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Autism and Asperger Syndrome REF 006
Autism and Asperger Syndrome reviews what is know about adults with autism in terms of their social functioning and educational and occupational status. Focusing mainly on the problems experienced by high functioning people with autism and those working with and caring for them, the book offers practical ways of dealing with their difficulties. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book |
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I'm Not Naughty, I'm Autistic REF 007
Jean Shaw, the mother of two children, is a housewife and full time carer. She hopes the story of her autistic son will not only help and reassure many other ordinary families but also educate the general public about the problems associated with autism.
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Autism, An Inside-Out Approach REF 008
Donna Williams was born in Australia in 1963 and raised in a working-class inner-city area in Australia. She was assessed as psychotic at age two, labeled disturbed throughout childhood, and like many able people with autism born in the 1960's and earlier, she wasn't formally diagnosed with autism until adulthood. As well as writing, composing, painting and sculpting, she lectures and runs workshops on autism all around the world.
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Asperger's Syndrome REF 009
Tony Attwoodis a practising clinical psychologist who specialises in the field of Asperger's Syndrome. For the last twenty-five years he has met and worked with many hundred individuals with this syndrome, ranging widely in age, ability and background.
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Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum REF 010
Adolescence can be a difficult time for everyone, but for parents of teens on the autism spectrum it's particularly nerve-wracking. Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum offers strategies for helping children, whatever their ability level, through the changes of the teenage years, and to prepare them for adulthood.
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How To Help Your Autistic Spectrum Child REF 011
You've been wondering-and worrying-for years about why your child is different. And at last you've got the answer. They have an Autistic Spectrum Disorder. In some ways putting a name to it helps, but in other ways it changes nothing. You're still left trying to cope with tantrums, withdrawal, sleepless nights, compulsive behaviour or whatever other symptoms your child's ASD throws up.
This book is about how to manage precisely these kinds of problems. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book |
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Diet Intervention and Autism REF 012
There is much medical and scientific research (as well as a wealth of evidence from parents of autistic children) that children and adults with autism and related disorders benefit considerably from a gluten free and casein free diet. These findings persuaded a sceptical Marilyn Le Breton to try the diet with her autistic son, Jack. The diet proved very successful and changed the lives of both Jack and the rest of the family.
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A Parent's View
I found ['Diet Intervention & Autism'] very helpful in allowing me to explore different ways to help our son concerning his limited diet. For example: I noticed he will demand mainly carbohydrate type foods such as breads/crackers/biscuits. This may possibly indicate a gluten intolerance. The book taught me to be aware of the signs of a child’s behaviour in relation to diet.’ |
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Aspects of Asperger's REF 013
'Success in the teens and twenties'
A thought provoking and practical book about how one supporter, a grandmother, helped her granddaughter search for ways to help her overcome the difficulties they both faced.
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Caring for a Child with Autism REF 014
'A practical Guide for Parents'
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A Guide to Asperger Syndrome REF 015
A guide to Asperger Syndrome is an accessible handbook for all those touched by Asperger Syndrome, one of the most common variants of disorders in the so-called autism spectrum. In it, Christopher Gillberg, a world-renowned authority in the field, gives an in-depth account of symptoms, diagnosis, prevalence, background factors, prognosis and intervention. The book is intended for a wide readership, including those affected, their families, and clinicians working with children, adolescents and adults with psychological, developmental, behavioural or psychiatric problems. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book
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What You Can Do Right Now to Help Your Child With
Autism REF 016
This book gives you the best tangible things you can do - right now - to work with your child and draw him or her back into our interactive world. You do have the ability to help you child interact more deeply and consistently.
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A Parent's View
I found ['What You Can Do Right Now to Help Your Child With
Autism'] to be a practical book with clear concise points on helping my child with his autism. The language used was easy to understand and did not like some books, waffle on about the same points. The principles are from the Son-Rise teaching as the author had worked for many years at the Son-Rise Institute. I really enjoyed this child-centered approach.’ |
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The Autism Encyclopedia REF 017
This one-of-a-kind encyclopaedia is a clear and comprehensive guide to the wide range of terminology related to autism spectrum disorders. More than 100 of the most respected autism experts have contributed items from various disciplines - including paediatrics, behaviour analysis, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, educational, psychology, and psychiatry - to bring professionals and parents reliable information.
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Let Me Hear Your Voice REF 018
She was a beautiful doelike child, with an intense, graceful fragility. In her first year, she picked up words, smiled and laughed, and learned to walk. But then Anne-Marie began to turn inward. And when her little girl lost some of the words she had acquired, cried inconsolably, and showed no interest in anyone around her, Catherine Maurice took her to doctors who gave her a devastating diagnosis: autism.
In their desperate struggle to save their daughter, the Maurices plunged into a medical nightmare of false hopes, "miracle cures," and infuriating accusations that Anne-Marie's autism was their fault. Finally, Anne-Marie was saved by an intensive behavioural therapy.
Let Me Hear Your Voice is a mother's illuminating account of how one family triumphed over autism. It is an absolutely unforgettable book, as beautifully written as it is informative. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book
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Son-Rise, The Miracle Continues REF 019
The original Son-Rise (1976) described the family trauma of the author, his wife Samahria and their son Raun, who had been diagnosed as autistic, mentally retarded and untreatable. Rather than relegating Raun to permanent institutionalisation, the Kaufmans designed a program of their own, which provided intensive therapy on a rigorous schedule that changed all of their lives. Did Raun continue to progress? In this book, that question is answered not only by the parents and extended family but also by Raun himself, now a college student and a participant in the family's educational foundation, The Option Institute and Fellowship, based in Sheffield, Mass. Testimonials from similarly afflicted families who practice the Kaufmans' techniques for treating the communications disorders of so-called "unreachable" children round out a heart-warming, inspiring chronicle that should offer hope to many.
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Autism and Asperger Syndrome REF 020
In this new book Simon Baron-Cohen summarizes the current understanding of autism and Asperger Syndrome. He explains the process of diagnosis, as well as the options for education and intervention for those with these conditions. Taking a lifespan approach, Professor Baron-Cohen considersa how the conditions affect very young children through to adulthood. He also outlines his new Empathizing-Systemizing (ES) theory, which aims to explain all of the psychological features of autistic-spectrum condtions.
This book is designed firstly for people with these conditions and their families. It will be useful to clinicians, teachers, and other professionals involved in the care and support of people on the autistic spectrum. The book will also provide an invaluable introduction to the topic for students in the social and biological sciences.
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Why does Chris do That? REF 021
"One of the most useful books about autism I've ever read."
Tania Chambers, carer of a young adult with Asperger syndrome.
Tony Attwood is a world authority on Asperger syndrome. This useful and readable book examines the problems of people with autism and Asperger syndrome. Tony offers a better understanding of the unique difficulties associated with autism and Asperger syndrome. This is a really practical book, brim full of useful advice.
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Homespun Remedies REF 022
Homespun Remedies provides creative, practical strategies for helping children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to function effectively at home and in the community.
This accessible resource encourages parents and carers to think in autism - to take the perspective of an ASD child and work to make their environment a friendlier place. Homespun Remedies advocates small and simple changes that result in big improvements in the quality of life for children, their families and carers.
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Everybody is Different REF 023
Full of helpful suggestions for making family life more comfortable for everyone concerned, this book is specially designed to give answers to the many questions of brothers and sisters of young people on the autistic spectrum.
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Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum REF 024
Parents of young children newly diagnosed as on the autism spectrum are often at a loss for ideas about how best to help their child. "Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum" is not just a collection of play ideas; it shows how to break down activities into manageable stages, and looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievements.Each chapter covers a collection of ideas around a theme, including music, art, physical activities, playing outdoors, puzzles, turn-taking and using existing toys to create play sequences. There are also chapters on introducing reading and making the most of television. This updated second edition contains an extensive chapter on how to use the computer, the internet and the digital camera to find and make resources and activities, and suggests many suitable websites to help parents through the internet maze. The ideas are useful both for toddlers and primary age children who are still struggling with play. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book |
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The Verbal Behavior Approach REF 025
The Verbal Behavior (VB) approach is a form of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), that is based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior and works particularly well with children with minimal or no speech abilities. In this book, Mary Lynch Barbera draws on her own experiences as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and also as a parent of a child with autism to explain VB and how to use it. This step-by-step guide provides an abundance of information about how to help children develop better language and speaking skills, and also explains how to teach non-vocal children to use sign language. An entire chapter focuses on ways to reduce problem behavior, and there is also useful information on teaching toileting and other important self-help skills, that would benefit any child. This book will enable parents and professionals unfamiliar with the principles of ABA and VB to get started immediately using the Verbal Behavior approach to teach children with autism and related disorders. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book |
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Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis REF 026
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is based on the premise that behavior can be influenced by changes in environment and by the reinforcing consequences of that behavior. This introductory guide to ABA demystifies the basic terminology, the underlying principles, and commonly-used procedures of ABA using accessible, everyday language. Albert J. Kearney explains the kinds of learning and reinforcement processes that form the basis of ABA programs. Having covered these essential principles, he describes how the science of behavior analysis can be effectively applied to real life behavior problems. He looks at how behavior is assessed and various intervention techniques that are often employed with children who have autism and other special needs.Having laid these essential foundations, Kearney touches on more advanced topics: the applications of ABA in behavioral education, such as precision teaching and programmed instruction. Clear, accessible, and with a structure that is easy-to-follow, this book is an essential introduction to the discipline of ABA and its applications for parents and professionals. Email library@specialscotland.org to hire this book |
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Living with Autism REF 027
Autism is a spectrum of disorders which range from mild conditions through to severe disability. It includes Asperger's Syndrome. An autistic child has a brain which doesn't process information properly, resulting in social and communication problems. This can be an enormous strain within a family. This book, aimed at the parents of autistic children, will discuss the nature and causes of autism, and suggest ways of coping.
This new edition examines the evidence that has finally appears to have disproved any link between the MMR vaccine and autism, and looks at new ideas about the neurological nature of autism as well as the latest research in the field, including new brain imaging techniques. It also covers practical advice to parents on how to manage, and how to make the most of each child’s unique potential.
While autism can't be "cured," early intervention makes a difference, but the main point is that each child is accepted for what he or she is, and is allowed to make a contribution on his or her own terms. library@specialscotland.org |
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