The passionate mind [electronic resource] : how people with autism learn / Wendy Lawson ; foreword by Rita Jordan ; illustrated by Lisa Simone.
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
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.
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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.
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Jordan, Rita.
Simone, Lisa (Lisa K.)
Simone, Lisa (Lisa K.)
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Table of Contents
What is autism?
The autism spectrum (AS) : where we are to date
Consideration of cognitive theories of autism spectrum
Cognitive theory : theory of mind (ToM)
Cognitive theory : executive functioning (EF) and autism spectrum
Cognitive theory : weak central coherence (WCC) and autism spectrum
Cognitive theory : enhanced perceptual functioning and autism (EPF)
The cognitive theory of single attention and associated cognition in autism (SAACA)
Relavency of SAACA.
The autism spectrum (AS) : where we are to date
Consideration of cognitive theories of autism spectrum
Cognitive theory : theory of mind (ToM)
Cognitive theory : executive functioning (EF) and autism spectrum
Cognitive theory : weak central coherence (WCC) and autism spectrum
Cognitive theory : enhanced perceptual functioning and autism (EPF)
The cognitive theory of single attention and associated cognition in autism (SAACA)
Relavency of SAACA.