| A Practical Guide to Happiness in Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum: A Positive Psychology Approach Contributor(s): Honeybourne, Victoria (Author) |
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ISBN: 1785923471 ISBN-13: 9781785923470 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $21.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Family & Relationships | Autism Spectrum Disorders - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders - Medical | Pediatrics |
| Dewey: 618.928 |
| LCCN: 2017026101 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.60 lbs) 216 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Full of simple strategies for happiness in children and teens with autism, this book is a must read for anyone dedicated to the wellbeing of a child on the spectrum. Bringing a refreshingly positive approach to mental health and autism, the guide is full of practical ideas for helping children strengthen their self-worth, optimism and receptivity to happiness. It also reveals how children can build resilience and better understand their feelings, giving them the skills to flourish and thrive and to ward off negative thoughts. The activities are ideal for all learning levels and can be done individually or in groups, at home or in the classroom. Talking about mental health in autism is all too often reduced to ways of 'curing illness' - this book helps to prevent poor mental health by making happiness a priority and an attainable goal. |
Contributor Bio(s): Honeybourne, Victoria: - Victoria Honeybourne is a senior advisory teacher, trainer and writer. Her background is in special educational needs teaching and she is author of a number of books on the topic. She has a particular interest in promoting wellbeing amongst young people and females on the autism spectrum. She has a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome and lives in Shropshire, UK. |