Matt Bushell, Sandra Gasson, Ute Vann

Autism and Enablement (eBook, ePUB)

Occupational Therapy Approaches to Promote Independence for Adults with Autism

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Adults with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) or a suspected diagnosis often have hidden needs that go unmet by public services. This book describes and analyses the Kent ASC enablement approach, a short-term intervention led by occupational therapy to promote people with ASC becoming more self-aware and self-sufficient outside of public services.

Designed to teach adults with ASC strategies for controlling their sensory, motor-processing and social-communication needs and preferences, this person-centred approach gives them greater self-management over their lives. The book also provides an overview of a range of both professional and self-help tools and technologies which can be used by adults with ASC to increase independence and wellbeing. Case-studies demonstrate the transformative effects of enablement on daily life for adults with ASC. The book also provides recommendation for building on the enablement approach.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 192
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2017
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781784503482
• Artikelnr.: 50136014

Autorenporträt

Matt Bushell is Senior Practitioner in the Kent Autistic Spectrum Conditions Team. He has an MA in Social Work and has been working with clients with autism for over 25 years.

Sandra Gasson is a Case Manager in the Kent Autistic Spectrum Conditions Team and an Occupational Therapist. She is also parent and carer of an autistic adult. She has hands on practical experience in supporting those with autism for the past 30 years.

Ute Vann is a Senior Practitioner in the Kent Autistic Spectrum team. She has an MA in Social Work and a PhD in Social Policy. She has practical experience in supporting those with autism for the past 20 years.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction. 1. Understanding Autistic Spectrum Conditions and the Impact
upon the Individual. 2. Identifying the Need for an ASC Enablement
Approach. 3. An Occupational Therapy-led Enablement Approach. 4. Specialist
ASC Enablement Research Results and Analysis. 5. Research Objectives
Analysis, Key Learning and Recommendations. Final Comments. Bibliography.