Older Adults and Autism Spectrum Conditions

An Introduction and Guide

Nonfiction, Family & Relationships, Aging, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Health
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Author: Wenn B. Lawson ISBN: 9780857008138
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Publication: August 21, 2015
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Language: English
Author: Wenn B. Lawson
ISBN: 9780857008138
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication: August 21, 2015
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Language: English

The first book to look seriously at the practical issues facing older adults with autism spectrum conditions (ASC), Wenn Lawson's groundbreaking handbook offers support, advice, and sensible ways in which to look at the issues.

Informed by current research, interviews with older people diagnosed with ASC and his own experience, the author covers a multitude of issues including dealing with transitions and changes to routine, communicating an individual's particular needs and wishes to care home staff, the social and financial impact of retirement, mental health, and sensory and physical changes and challenges.

Older people with ASC and their family and friends, as well as the professionals supporting them, will find this an indispensable and accessible book.

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The first book to look seriously at the practical issues facing older adults with autism spectrum conditions (ASC), Wenn Lawson's groundbreaking handbook offers support, advice, and sensible ways in which to look at the issues.

Informed by current research, interviews with older people diagnosed with ASC and his own experience, the author covers a multitude of issues including dealing with transitions and changes to routine, communicating an individual's particular needs and wishes to care home staff, the social and financial impact of retirement, mental health, and sensory and physical changes and challenges.

Older people with ASC and their family and friends, as well as the professionals supporting them, will find this an indispensable and accessible book.

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