The passionate mind [electronic resource] : how people with autism learn / Wendy Lawson ; foreword by Rita Jordan ; illustrated by Lisa Simone.
Lawson, Wenn, 1952-; Jordan, Rita.; Simone, Lisa (Lisa K.)
2011
RC553.A88 L3915 2011eb
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Title The passionate mind [electronic resource] : how people with autism learn / Wendy Lawson ; foreword by Rita Jordan ; illustrated by Lisa Simone.
Author Lawson, Wenn, 1952-
ISBN 9780857003133 (electronic bk.)
9781849051217
Publication Details London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2011.
Language English
Description 1 online resource (224 p.) : ill.
Call Number RC553.A88 L3915 2011eb
Dewey Decimal Classification 616.85/882
Summary In her new book, Wendy Lawson examines traditional theories about the autism spectrum (AS) and reveals their gaps and shortcomings. Showing that a completely different way of thinking about AS is needed, she sets forward the theory of Single Attention and Associated Cognition in Autism (SAACA), an approach that explains autism in terms of the unique learning style of AS individuals. The SAACA approach suggests that whereas neurotypical people can easily shift their attention from one task to another, those on the autism spectrum tend to use just one sense at a time, leading to a deep, intense attention. From the perspective of this new approach, Wendy describes practical outcomes for individuals, families, and places of education and employment, and shows that when the unique learning style of AS is understood, valued, and accommodated, AS individuals can be empowered to achieve their fullest potential. This is a fascinating read for anyone with a personal or professional interest in the autism spectrum, including clinical practitioners, educators, researchers, individuals on the spectrum and their families, teachers, occupational therapists, and other professionals.
Note In her new book, Wendy Lawson examines traditional theories about the autism spectrum (AS) and reveals their gaps and shortcomings. Showing that a completely different way of thinking about AS is needed, she sets forward the theory of Single Attention and Associated Cognition in Autism (SAACA), an approach that explains autism in terms of the unique learning style of AS individuals. The SAACA approach suggests that whereas neurotypical people can easily shift their attention from one task to another, those on the autism spectrum tend to use just one sense at a time, leading to a deep, intense attention. From the perspective of this new approach, Wendy describes practical outcomes for individuals, families, and places of education and employment, and shows that when the unique learning style of AS is understood, valued, and accommodated, AS individuals can be empowered to achieve their fullest potential. This is a fascinating read for anyone with a personal or professional interest in the autism spectrum, including clinical practitioners, educators, researchers, individuals on the spectrum and their families, teachers, occupational therapists, and other professionals.
Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
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Added Author Jordan, Rita.
Simone, Lisa (Lisa K.)
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What is autism?
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The cognitive theory of single attention and associated cognition in autism (SAACA)
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