Starting from the premise that no two individuals with ASD are the same, Hudson and Myles provide a global perspective of how the core characteristics of AS may appear separately and/or simultaneously, and how they may manifest themselves in a variety of situations. Each characteristic is then paired with a brief explanation, followed by a series of listed interventions. Interventions include strategies and visual supports that help children on the spectrum who have difficulty with abstract concepts and thoughts, difficulty understanding and regulating emotions, difficulty recognizing, interpreting, and empathizing with the emotions of others and much more. Starting Points: The Basics of Understanding and Supporting Children and Youth with Asperger Syndrome is a good place to begin learning about your child or student with ASD.
“From self-regulation to decoding the unwritten rules of life to doing better in school, Hudson and Myles provide easy-to-read and ready-to-implement practical solutions for successfully addressing some of the most challenging situations faced by children and youth with Asperger Syndrome and high-functioning autism.” -Stephen Shore, author of BEYOND THE WALL, editor of ASK AND TELL, board president of the Asperger's Association of New England
“Children with Asperger Syndrome face many challenges at home, at school, and in the community. Both parents or educators often lament, 'Where do I begin?' to best support these young people. STARTING POINTS answers that question by presenting common challenges and proven strategies in an easy-to-understand format. Parents, family members, teachers, and others in the community will find this book immensely helpful.” - Jen Blackwell, special ed paraeducator, co-founder of Autism Notes
”As Chef Emiril would say, 'Bamm,' in STARTING POINTS, Hudson and Myles have created a winning recipe for helping young people with Asperger Syndrome. This wonderful resource is easy enough for beginners to start using right away but also has much to offer for even the accomplished advocate/parent/educator. Keep this book in your library, and like a tried-and-true recipe, you will find yourself reaching for it again and again.” - Rebekah Heinrichs, MSN, MSEd, educational specialist in autism spectrum disorders and bullying prevention; author of PERFECT TARGETS