Brenda Smith Myles

Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D., is an associate professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas, where she co-directs a graduate program in Asperger Syndrome and autism. The recipient of the 2004 Autism Society of America's Outstanding Professional Award and the 2006 Princeton Fellowship Award, she has written numerous articles and books on Asperger Syndrome and autism including Asperger Syndrome and Difficult Moments: Practical Solutions for Tantrums, Rage, and Meltdowns (with Southwick) and Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Practical Solutions for School Success (with Adreon), the winner of the Autism Society of America's Outstanding Literary Work. Brenda has made over 500 presentations all over the world and written more than 150 articles and books on autism and Asperger Syndrome. Several of her books have been translated into foreign languages. In addition, she has received millions of dollars in grants to support the education of students on the autism spectrum. Myles is on the executive boards of several organizations, including the Organization for Autism Research and Maap Services Inc. Brenda was just acknowledged by the University of Texas at Austin as the second most productive applied researcher in ASD in the world from 1997 to 2004.

Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Practical Solutions for School Success

Asperger Syndrome and Difficult Moments: Practical Solutions for Tantrums, Rage, and Meltdowns – Revised and Expanded Edition

Difficult Moments for Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders (DVD)

The Hidden Curriculum: Practical Solutions for Understanding Unstated Rules in Social Situations

The Hidden Curriculum 2008 One-A-Day Calendar: Items for Understanding Unstated Rules in Social Situations

The Hidden Curriculum: Teaching What is Meaningful (DVD)

Simple Strategies That Work! Helpful Hints for All Educators of Students with Asperger Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism, and Related Disabilities

Esto es el Síndrome de Asperger

This is Asperger Syndrome

Making Visual Supports Work in the Home and Community: Individuals with Autism and Asperger Syndrome

Preparación de Ayudas Visuales para uso en el Hogar y la Comunidad: Estrategias para Personas con Autismo y Síndrome de Asperger

Asperger Syndrome and Sensory Issues

The Comprehensive Autism Planning System (CAPS) for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome, Autism, and Related Disabilities: Integrating Best Practices Throughout the Student’s Day

Starting Points: The Basics of Understanding and Supporting Children and Youth with Asperger Syndrome
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