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Tag: ASD
Girls and Autism – BBC Radio London
Girls and Autism
Education, Family and Personal Perspectives
Edited by Barry Carpenter, Francesca Happé and Jo Egerton
Hear the lively interview on Carrie and David Grant, BBC Radio London Breakfast interview on Saturday 16th March, 2019 (Interview slot commences 43 mins, 18 seconds in). They discuss the issue of lack of an Autism diagnosis in Girls, with book co -.editor , Professor Francesca Happe, and contributor, Sarah- Jane Critchley.
Girls and Autism Book launched to the Press today
Today the newly published book – Girls and Autism: Education, Family and Personal Perspectives (Routledge) has been launched to the Press. Edited by Barry Carpenter, Francesca Happe and Jo Egerton, the book has already been well received by the professional press:-
“What stands out most from this new, highly informative and skilfully edited collection are the lived experiences of the contributors; presented as honest and open accounts by girls, young and adult women describing the way autism affects their relationships with the world around them… For any social worker with an interest in the life course development of girls to adolescents to young adults this book will provide a heartfelt and highly informative insight into the lives of vulnerable and often marginalised females.”
— Mark Goodman, British Journal of Social Work
“This book is essentially very positive despite the unflinching descriptions of the complexities of life and school and the barriers that exist for girls with autism. It maintains a focus on what is possible and what is achievable even with the current reality for the majority of poorly coordinated support and insufficient services. It is a highly recommended read both for parents and for professionals working in or with schools, colleges, career services, as well as the health and social care sectors.”
— Dr Rob Ashdown, Editor, PMLD Link
This has been echoed in this lived experience interview with Talia Grant , a young woman with Asperger’s syndrome , in “ The Independent “ today .
Read more at: https://inews.co.uk/opinion/comment/hollyoaks-talia-grant-autism-representation-tv-books/
On Twitter , members of the female , wrote “It’s wonderful, our community are VERY happy.”
ISEI 2019 Conference Sydney, Australia – Focus Autism
25 – 28 June 2019 | International Convention Centre Sydney, Australia
Full details available via the below link:
http://www.dcconferences.com.au/isei2019/Home
Review of Collaborative Approaches to Learning for Pupils with PDA: strategies for education professionals
Autism and Girls
The Article below appeared in the Guardian (15th September 2018), giving new evidence and insight into the female presentation of Autism.
The article is based on an interview with Professor Francesca Happe, who is co – Editor of a forthcoming book on Autism and Girls, (details below)
New article on Engagement for Learning for the Chartered College of Teaching
Engagement Profile and Scale in a SEN Specialist School
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Girls & Autism (Forthcoming Book for 2018)
Girls and Autism
Educational, Family and Personal Perspectives by Barry Carpenter, Francesca Happe and Jo Egerton.
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Autism in Girls
Autism in Girls
An article from the Times Educational Supplement reporting the National Conference organised by the Girls with Autism Forum (NAHT) January 27th, 2017.
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“Let’s Talk Autism”
New article: ‘Let’s Talk Autism’ -a school-based project for students to explore and share their experiences of being autistic
Kathryn Stevenson, Katie Cornell and Vivian Hinchcliffe
Understanding what autism means on a personal level can be an important process for young people on the autistic spectrum, and being able to reflect on this and discuss with autistic peers can be particularly helpful. However, opportunities may be restricted by reluctance to talk about diagnosis and because of difficulties in communication inherent in autism. This article describes a therapeutic media project within an ASD school that attempted to support young people to reflect together about what autism meant for them and create resources to share with others.
The process is described and main themes of discussions analysed using thematic analysis. Main themes emerged of making sense of diagnosis, experiences of difference and transition to adulthood. Various strategies to manage diagnosis and negotiate identity also emerged. Issues around informed consent and confidentiality and the therapeutic value of such groups are discussed.
Barry Carpenter Education 