{"product_id":"dr-thompsons-straight-talk-on-autism","title":"Dr. Thompson's Straight Talk on Autism","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook info:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dr. Thompson's Straight Talk on Autism (Paperback, 304 pages) – Brookes Publishing, 2008. Language: English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eEveryone who cares for or works with a child with autism will wear out their copy of this book—a \"helpline\" they can turn to again and again for concrete, practical interventions that really work. Trusted authority Travis Thompson, author of the bestselling Making Sense of Autism, takes readers beyond understanding the disorder and reveals specific ways to help children overcome everyday challenges and develop critical skills they'll use their whole lives. Based on the latest research and the author's extensive clinical experience, these ready-to-use tips and strategies will help children with autism spectrum disorders meet their toughest challenges head-on:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecommunicating more effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emaking improvements in behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincreasing their tolerance for change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edeveloping social skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eestablishing secure, trusting relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erecognizing and reacting to emotions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eovercoming stimulus intolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eengaging in recreation and leisure activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenjoying greater participation in their community and family lives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngaging illustrations throughout the book show children with autism participating in a wide variety of activities, and the sample pictorial schedules will help readers guide children successfully through everyday routines. A straightforward, easy-to-read sourcebook for anyone new to helping children with autism, this guide offers simple, specific strategies that improve quality of life—for children and for whole families.\u003c\/p\u003e  ","brand":"Travis Thompson Ph.D., Paula Goldberg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46070978314474,"sku":"9781557669452","price":20.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/5301\/6298\/files\/71TxVqXouuL._SY522.jpg?v=1781276808","url":"https:\/\/textbookme.store\/products\/dr-thompsons-straight-talk-on-autism","provider":"TextbookMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}