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Below is our list of recomended books. We have grouped the books
into categories so that you can find a book more easily.
The book summary has either been written by or for the Parents
Protecting Children website and as such we hold the copyright. The
back cover text has been lifted directly from the reverse cover
of the book and therefore the copyright is held by the author or
the publisher.
If anyone has any questions, comments or suggestions for the book
list then please feel free to contact the webmaster using the contact
us page located here.
| Title |
Access and Inclusion for Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders
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| Author |
Matthew Hesmondhalgh & Christine Breakey |
| Year Published |
2001 |
| ISBN |
1-85302-986-6 |
| Back Cover |
“Based on pioneering work at their school in Sheffield, the authors of this book explore the universal issues of access and inclusion in employment and education for children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD).” |
| Our Review |
Recommended by friends. I must find time to read it. Jan LB.© |
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| Title |
Autism Handbook, The
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| Author |
Andrew Nye |
| Year Published |
2000 |
| ISBN |
1-899280-24-3 |
| Back Cover |
“The original idea behind the Handbook was to bring together in one document information that covered the various needs of all relevant groups: people with autism themselves, parents of children with the disability and professionals working in related disciplines.” |
| Our Review |
Lots of useful contacts and information. |
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| Title |
Biological Treatments for Autism and PDD
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| Author |
William Shaw Ph.D. |
| Year Published |
2002 |
| ISBN |
0-9661238-1-6 |
| Back Cover |
"New, up-to-date, comprehensive and easy-to-read guide to the most current and most effective therapies for the treatment of autism and pervasive developmental disorder (PDD)." |
| Our Review |
Good stuff. Puts lots of things together. Sets in context some of the recommendations in Lisa BB’s “Reweaving the Autistic Tapestry” reviewed elsewhere on this site. Jan LB. © |
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| Title |
Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Finding a Diagnosis and Getting Help
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| Author |
Mitzi Waltz |
| Year Published |
1999 |
| ISBN |
1-56592-530-0 |
| Back Cover |
“[This book] is for parents (or newly diagnosed adults) who struggle with this neurological condition. Medications, therapies, and educational techniques can address symptoms and improve the lives of people with PDD. In some cases, the results can be spectacular. Weaving in a range of stories from parents who are raising children with PDDs, author Mitzi Waltz covers topics such as [getting a diagnosis, treatment options, and coping with diagnosis and treatment.]” |
| Our Review |
American but relevant. Good practical tips on getting a diagnosis – especially keeping a diary. Jan LB. © |
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| Title |
Reweaving the Autistic Tapestry
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| Author |
Lisa Blakemore-Brown |
| Year Published |
2002 |
| ISBN |
1-85302-748-0 |
| Back Cover |
"Practical and relevant for parents as well as professionals, this groundbreaking book demonstrates how a deeper understanding of the complexity of human development can lead to more appropriate early intervention and treatment plans for children who manifest complex symptoms, thus helping them to lead happier and more fulfilling lives." |
| Our Review |
A “Must Have” book for all parents of ASD kids and all professionals in the field. Full of wisdom and insight and straight forward common sense. Order it from the “Tapestry Life Centre” website and show your support - see links section. Jan LB. © |
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| Title |
Understanding and Working With the Spectrum of Autism
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| Author |
Wendy Lawson |
| Year Published |
2001 |
| ISBN |
1-85302-971-8 |
| Back Cover |
"Wendy's ability to convey the essence of her autistic world to others is remarkable. As an adult educator, with training in psychology and family issues, Wendy offers a valuable contribution to understanding and working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder." |
| Our Review |
When I first heard Wendy speak in the 3rd person about herself I suddenly understood so much about my son which I had previously completely missed. Highly recommended to all parents and partners of ASD people and to all ASD people themselves. Jan LB. © |
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| Title |
Alternative Dictionary of Symptoms and Cures, The
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| Author |
Dr Caroline M Shreeve |
| Year Published |
1995 |
| ISBN |
0-7529-0006-4 |
| Back Cover |
“[This] is an essential reference book for every home. In clear, layman’s terms, Dr Caroline Shreeve provides the most comprehensive guide yet to orthodox and alternative approaches to medical problems and your health.” |
| Our Review |
Useful and interesting – easy to use – simple explanations – good ideas. Jan LB. © |
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| Title |
British National Formulary - Number 45 (March 2003)
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| Author |
British Medical Association and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain |
| Year Published |
2003 |
| ISBN |
0-72791-772-2 |
| Back Cover |
“Compiled with the advice of clinical experts this essential reference provides up-to-date guidance on prescribing, dispensing and administering medicines. It details all medicines that are generally prescribed in the UK, with special reference to their uses, cautions, contra-indications, side-effects, dosage and relative costs.” |
| Our Review |
When anything is prescribed for you or your kids it’s as well to look it up in the book the GPs use. |
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| Title |
Freedom from Asthma: Buteyko’s Revolutionary treatment
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| Author |
Alexander Stalmatski |
| Year Published |
1998 |
| ISBN |
1-85626-268-5 |
| Back Cover |
“Dr Konstantin Buteyko’s revolutionary theory suggests that the solution lies in our breathing patterns. Most of us breathe too deeply and all asthmatics have incorrect breathing patterns. Buteyko’s observations suggest that a higher proportion of carbon dioxide […] is essential if the body is to function properly.” |
| Our Review |
This is a disputed treatment but it is drug free and some people recommend it and in some situations anything is worth a try. |
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| Title |
Vaccination Bible, The
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| Author |
Lynne McTaggart |
| Year Published |
2000 |
| ISBN |
0-9534734-0-6 |
| Back Cover |
“One of the most important decisions you will ever have to make about your child is whether or not to have him/her vaccinated. But how necessary are the individual jabs? How effective are they? And most important, are there any possible risks? In this groundbreaking book […] you will find copious scientific evidence […] about the true risks and effectiveness of each childhood vaccine.” |
| Our Review |
Read and think before deciding. Jan LB. © |
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| Title |
What Doctors Don't Tell You
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| Author |
Lynne McTaggart |
| Year Published |
1996 |
| ISBN |
0-7225-3024-2 |
| Back Cover |
"By letting you in on the real trade secrets of medicine, this groundbreaking book is your insurance against becoming just another medical statistic. It also offers up-to-the-minute proven scientific alternatives for diagnosing, preventing or treating many illnesses." |
| Our Review |
What the Doctor’s don’t tell you but you might actually need to know….! Jan LB. © |
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