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Olga Holland - The Dragons of Autism: Autism As a Source of Wisdom - 9781843107415 - V9781843107415
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The Dragons of Autism: Autism As a Source of Wisdom

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Description for The Dragons of Autism: Autism As a Source of Wisdom Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 324.
When a child is diagnosed with autism, the parents' initial reaction is often one of hopelessness and fear that nothing can be done. Olga Holland experienced these emotions when her son Billy was diagnosed, but instead of giving up hope, she developed strategies to contain Billy's autistic behaviors, and since then she and her family have come to view autism as a blessing, not a curse. In this book Olga describes the real-world strategies that have made Billy better able to cope with life, reducing his meltdowns and helping him to accept variety and change, and she explains how working ... Read more

Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
Number of Pages
208
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781843107415
SKU
V9781843107415
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-1

About Olga Holland
Olga Holland was born in the former-Soviet Union, where she was trained as an economist. Due to her insistence to exercise her constitutional rights as a Soviet citizen, she was labelled a political dissident, and in 1986 the authorities suggested that she emigrate. She moved to the US, where she married and had two children. Her son, Billy, born in ... Read more

Reviews for The Dragons of Autism: Autism As a Source of Wisdom
Teachers and learning support assistant may find this a worthwhile read in terms of environmental adaptations that could be made within school and the importance of an understanding and committed teacher. It is also useful for occupational therapists... a relevant and practical book although contains no new information for the professional.
Children, Young People and Families This book is ... Read more

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