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Meaningful Exchanges for People with Autism : An Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication by Joanne M. Cafiero

$17.98

Many children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) have great difficulty understanding and communicating with speech. As a result they can experience barriers to academic and social inclusion, and frustration when they cannot get their message across. A solution for many people with autism is augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), any system that utilizes tools, devices, symbols, pictures, words, or gestures to compensate for communication deficits. This book provides an overview of AAC strategies and tools, from no-tech picture schedules to high-tech voice output communication aids. It also explains why AAC is such an effective and suitable communication option for peoples with ASDs. Throughout there are real life vignettes of individuals using AAC, which vividly demonstrate how these strategies increase their communication and participation in the world around them. For parents, teachers and practitioners looking for information on AAC, this book provides the perfect introduction.