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Autism: Understanding to Include: Diagnosis, education, family and the path to a truly inclusive society - Softcover

FARIAS, SIDNEY

 
9786209879661: Autism: Understanding to Include: Diagnosis, education, family and the path to a truly inclusive society

Synopsis

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) represents one of the most complex expressions of human diversity. More than a set of difficulties, autism reveals unique ways of perceiving, interpreting and interacting with the world.In this book, the reader will find a clear and accessible approach to autism. The work covers essential themes such as the initial signs of ASD, the paths to diagnosis, therapeutic interventions, the role of the family, school inclusion and the rights guaranteed by law. Less discussed aspects are also covered, such as adolescence and adulthood on the spectrum, insertion into the job market and supportive public policies.With sensitive language and scientific foundations, the book seeks to dispel myths, expand understanding of neurodiversity and offer practical guidance for educators, health professionals and families.More than an informative manual, this work is an invitation to empathy, reflection and the construction of a more inclusive society, where each person is recognized in their dignity, potential and uniqueness.

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