Anxiety is a prevalent and often debilitating condition for individuals on the autism spectrum. This book promotes a multidisciplinary approach to intervention and treatment of the condition, providing professional understanding of the underlying causes and available treatments.
There's something different about Dad. He gets upset when we're even a minute late for dinner, he is angry at noisy family gatherings, and he really likes talking about buses. He is also always on time to pick us up from school, helps with our homework for hours on end, and has a detailed knowledge of car engines that has saved day trips from ......
Providing a new perspective on ADHD in adults, this compelling book analyzes findings from two major studies directed by leading authority Russell A. Barkley. Groundbreaking information is presented on the significant impairments produced by the disorder across major functional domains and life activities, including educational outcomes, work, ......
Designed for use with children ages 6-16 recovering from brain injury, PTBI' is the only criterion-referenced, standardized test that assesses the skills children need to return to school and function in the general education curriculum. An effective and
Helps practicing psychologists and professional graduate students in developing expertise in clinical health psychology. This volume provides an overview of the roles and functions of clinical health psychologists as well as the education, training, personal, and professional issues involved. It includes discussion of psychometric instruments.
Brings together renowned specialists from all sectors of the pediatric rehabilitation community to provide the most current and comprehensive information with evidence-based discussions throughout. This sixth edition encompasses substantial updates from beginning to end and addresses emerging topics in the field.
This thoroughly updated and expanded second edition continues to be the singular reference for comprehensive clinical instruction in the use of high-frequency ultrasound for assessing peripheral nerves and their disorders, particularly focal neuropathies. Revised to integrate current advances in the field, new applications, and next-generation ......
Setting Up Your Own Business for Professionals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Entrepreneurship can be an ideal career option for enterprising individuals with Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and this detailed guide explains how to tell if being self-employed is right for you and how to go about starting and growing your own business.Written by a successful entrepreneur and business consultant with Asperger ......
How Worrying about Your Health Could Be Making You Sick--and What You Can Do about It
Written by Gordon J G Asmundson, PhD and Steven Taylor, PhD. He is a Professor of Health Studies and Psychology at the University of Regina. His work focuses on the relationships between anxiety disorders and health anxiety. Steven Taylor is a Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia.