New Ways of Understanding Autism

Brigitte Harrisson is a social worker, an expert on autism spectrum disorder, and an autistic person. She co-founded Concept ConsulTED Inc. in 2006, which has since become the SACCADE Centre D’Expertise en Autisme (Centre for Autism Expertise) in Quebec City. She lives on Île d’Orléans, Quebec. Lise St-Charles is co-founder of the SACCADE Centre D’Expertise en Autisme. She has more than thirty years of experience working with people with autism spectrum disorder and their families. She lives on Île d’Orléans, Quebec.

Introduction


1. Toward a Unifying Explanation of Autism
2. What Is Autism?
3. Manifestations of Autism
4. Daily Life
5. Learning
6. Self-Esteem
7. Social Skills
8. Self-Regulation
9. Good to Know


Conclusion: Hope
About the Authors
Bibliography
Glossary