Product reviews for The Little Book of the Autism Spectrum

Samantha Todd is a clinical psychologist who works with children and adolescents with learning disabilities. She also provides regular training for teachers and children's services, and has co-developed a programme for behavioural difficulties.

This little gem of a book aims to give a general overview of autism, and the impact it has on the person' and their family's life. The reader will find useful information, advice and evidence-based support aimed at anybody who supports or lives with children on the autism spectrum. It aims to give insight through an 'autism lens', helping us to understand autism and how it impacts on the individuals themselves; looking at areas such as education, health, society and family life. It highlights the importance of the child's emotional wellbeing and mental health. The author shares advice and strategies on issues such as aggression and self injury, communication, sleep, eating and repetitive behaviour.

Recommended reading for people new to autism who would like a general overview including parents, teachers or newly qualified professionals. This book approaches the topic systematically while written in an accessible, concise and readable way. This is certainly a book that I'll be keeping as part of my tool kit.