Why Does Chris Do That? Some Suggestions Regarding the Cause and Management of the Unusual Behavior of Children and Adults with Autism and Asperger Syndrome: REVISED 2003 - Softcover

Attwood, Tony

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1931282501 ISBN 13: 9781931282505

Publisher: Autism Asperger Publishing Company, 2003

Synopsis

This updated edition of Why Does Chris Do That?, orginally published by the National Autistic Society of Great Britain (NAS), translates the results of hundreds of research studies and the author's own clinical experience into readable, practical information for parents and professionals. This remarkable little book brings a wealth of information about the unique characteristics of individuals who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and the underlying causes, as well as suggestions for how to manage the behavior of children and adults with ASD.

In short, world-renowned author Tony Attwood tries to answer two of the most commonly asked questions about the behavior of individuals with ASD:

"Why do they do that?"
And, the more urgent, "How can we stop it?"

About this title

About the Author:

TONY ATTWOOD is a practicing clinical psychologist specializing in Asperger Syndrome. For the past 30 years he has met and worked with hundreds of individuals with ASD ranging widely in age, ability and background. He is the author of Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals.

Review:

One of the most useful books about autism I've ever read. -- Tania Chambers, caregiver of a young adult with Asperger Syndrome

About this edition

• Publisher: Autism Asperger Publishing Company
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1931282501
• ISBN 13: 9781931282505
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 80