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      Older Adults and Autism Spectrum Conditions: An Introduction and Guide

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      Packed with practical advice, this is the first book to address the challenges facing older people with autism. With first-hand stories and drawing on the latest research, it will help to support older adults with autism through lifestyle changes as well as physical and sensor...

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      Product ID:9781849059619
      Product Form:Paperback / softback
      Country of Manufacture:GB
      Title:Older Adults and Autism Spectrum Conditions
      Subtitle:An Introduction and Guide
      Authors:Author: Dr Wenn Lawson
      Page Count:208
      Subjects:Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome, Autism & Asperger’s Syndrome, Coping with / advice about illness and specific health conditions, Coping with illness & specific conditions
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      Packed with practical advice, this is the first book to address the challenges facing older people with autism. With first-hand stories and drawing on the latest research, it will help to support older adults with autism through lifestyle changes as well as physical and sensory challenges post-retirement.

      The first book to look seriously at the practical issues facing older adults with autism spectrum conditions (ASC), Wenn Lawson''s groundbreaking handbook offers support, advice, and sensible ways in which to look at the issues.

      Informed by current research, interviews with older people diagnosed with ASC and his own experience, the author covers a multitude of issues including dealing with transitions and changes to routine, communicating an individual''s particular needs and wishes to care home staff, the social and financial impact of retirement, mental health, and sensory and physical changes and challenges.

      Older people with ASC and their family and friends, as well as the professionals supporting them, will find this an indispensable and accessible book.


      Imprint Name:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
      Publisher Name:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
      Country of Publication:GB
      Publishing Date:2015-08-21

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      Weight308 g
      Dimensions155 × 228 × 13 mm