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Reasonable Adjustments for Autistic Children

How to Make Their World Better

Luke Beardon author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Murray Press

Published:5th Dec '24

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This book offers essential guidance for creating supportive environments for autistic children, focusing on practical adjustments at home, school, and beyond. Reasonable Adjustments for Autistic Children is a vital resource.

In Reasonable Adjustments for Autistic Children, Dr. Luke Beardon explores the critical needs of autistic children in various environments, including home, school, and society. He highlights the importance of understanding what these children require to thrive and how we can implement necessary changes. While autism acceptance has improved awareness, Dr. Beardon questions whether the adjustments made are sufficient for true flourishing. He emphasizes that it is not just about recognition but about action and adaptation in daily life.

The book delves into a range of practical adjustments that can be made across different settings—from school uniforms that accommodate sensory sensitivities to creating welcoming environments in public spaces. Dr. Beardon provides insights into how to navigate challenges such as dental visits, travel, and social interactions, offering strategies that can help autistic children feel more at ease. This comprehensive guide serves as a resource for parents, educators, and caregivers aiming to create supportive spaces for neurodiverse children.

Ultimately, Reasonable Adjustments for Autistic Children is not just a manual; it is a call to action for society to embrace neurodiversity and make meaningful changes. By addressing the specific needs of autistic children, we can help them reach their full potential and ensure they are comfortable in every environment they encounter. This book is essential reading for anyone involved in the care and education of autistic children, providing the necessary knowledge to foster a more inclusive world.

At last - a book that looks at the big picture regarding reasonable adjustments for autistic children. Luke writes with profound understanding and with a clarity that cuts through ignorance, and makes practical, feasible suggestions that challenge the discrimination that our children face. This book is quite simply a guidebook for happier, healthier autistic adults in a generation's time. * Dr Clare Lawrence, Associate Professor, Participatory Autism Research *

ISBN: 9781399815956

Dimensions: 214mm x 136mm x 16mm

Weight: 180g

176 pages