Chris Mitchell was diagnosed with Asperger”s Syndrome in 1998, when he was 20 years old. Having completed an MA (Hons) in Information and Library Management, he currently works at Durham County Council. He is an active advocate for raising awareness of the positive aspects of AS, giving talks, seminars and workshops throughout the UK. He also offers mentoring and support services for school leavers and students entering higher education with AS. Chris has written an autobiography of his own experience of AS, entitled Glass Half-Empty, Glass Half-Full: How Asperger”s Syndrome Has Changed My Life and practices meditation in his spare time.
22 Ebooks by Luke Beardon
Dean Worton & Luke Beardon: Aspies on Mental Health
People with Asperger Syndrome (AS) can be particularly at risk of developing mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression. Here, adults with Asperger Syndrome speak out about their own e …
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€29.99
Clare Lawrence: Autism and Flexischooling
A growing number of parents are considering part time or ‘flexischooling’ as an option that might benefit their child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) but face concerns such as: Is it possible? …
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€29.99
Philip Wylie: Very Late Diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
As awareness and understanding of Asperger Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder increases, more adults are identifying themselves as being on the spectrum and seeking formal diagnosis. This book dis …
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€23.99
Sandra Beale-Ellis: Sensing the City
How do the sights, smells, and sounds of a city affect the senses of people with an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? Sandra Beale-Ellis explores the sensory benefits and challenges of cities for peop …
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€21.99
Diarmuid Heffernan: Sensory Issues for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Understanding sensory issues can be the key to overcoming them. Using this practical guide, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) can begin to understand their sensory difficulties and le …
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€20.99
Luke Beardon & Dean Worton: Love, Partnership, or Singleton on the Autism Spectrum
In an immensely varied and thoughtful collection of true life reflections on love, marriage and the single life, 26 authors with autism share their experiences and knowledge about successful (and uns …
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€20.99
Luke Beardon & Dean Worton: Bittersweet on the Autism Spectrum
In this rich and diverse collection, 28 writers describe what positive experiences they have had as an autistic person, and show how the most unexpected subject areas can be a source of the positive. …
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€20.99
Stephen Jones: 30 Years of Social Change
What social change has been achieved over the past 30 years? What have been the main barriers to progress? What great achievements can we identify and celebrate today? Marking Jessica Kingsley Publis …
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€13.99
Clare Lawrence: Teacher Education and Autism
This is a research-based guide that provides a framework for effective training around autism for teachers. An edited collection of short chapters, the book is full of practical activities and discus …
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€26.99
Genevieve Edmonds & Luke Beardon: Asperger Syndrome and Employment
This is the book we need for guidance on employment for people with Asperger’s syndrome. The contributors describe their employment experiences and offer sound advice. I thoroughly enjoyed reading th …
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€23.99
Genevieve Edmonds & Luke Beardon: Asperger Syndrome and Social Relationships
This book is essential reading to understand the social abilities of adults with Asperger’s syndrome. The contributors each have different personalities and experiences, but together they provide a r …
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€26.99
Luke (Sheffield Hallam University, UK) Beardon & Wenn (University of Birmingham, UK) Lawson: The Nine Degrees of Autism
The Nine Degrees of Autism presents a much-needed positive tool for understanding the developmental process of autism, and to facilitate the improved mental health and well-being of individuals on th …
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€33.45
Luke (Sheffield Hallam University, UK) Beardon & Wenn (University of Birmingham, UK) Lawson: The Nine Degrees of Autism
The Nine Degrees of Autism presents a much-needed positive tool for understanding the developmental process of autism, and to facilitate the improved mental health and well-being of individuals on th …
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€33.52
Luke Beardon: Autism and Asperger Syndrome in Childhood
An easy-to-read introduction to autism for parents of a newly diagnosed child to know where to start. This book is specifically for those who know little or nothing about autism and Asperger syndrome …
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€3.99
Luke Beardon: Avoiding Anxiety in Autistic Children
As seen on the BBC documentary, Inside Our Autistic Minds, with Chris Packham’Full of wisdom and positivity’ Professor Nicola Martin One of the biggest challenges for the parent of any autistic child …
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€4.49
Luke Beardon: Autism in Adults
As seen on the BBC documentary, Inside Our Autistic Minds, with Chris Packham If you’ve recently been diagnosed with ASD, or think you might be, or you are close to someone with ASD, one of the thing …
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€3.99
Luke Beardon: Avoiding Anxiety in Autistic Adults
As seen on the BBC documentary, Inside Our Autistic Minds, with Chris Packham’A MUST-READ’ Kieran Rose, The Autistic Advocate One of the biggest challenges if you are an autistic adult (or suspect yo …
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€6.99
Carly Jones: Safeguarding Autistic Girls
This honest, to-the-point guide illuminates the experience of young Autistic girls and explores the situations they can easily fall victim to. Powerful case studies show how easily misunderstandings …
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€27.99
Judith Gainsborough: Educational Psychology Perspectives on Supporting Young Autistic People
An essential guide for any professionals working with autistic children and young adults, this book provides expert insights which need to be considered by professionals, parents and autistic people …
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€34.99
Luke Beardon: Autism in Childhood
As seen on the BBC documentary, Inside Our Autistic Minds, with Chris Packham"If every parent receiving a diagnosis of autism for their child could read this book, it would avoid so much misunde …
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€3.99
Luke Beardon: What Works for Autistic Children
Imagine a world where your autistic child is included, engaged and cherished for how they are; a world which changes for autistic children, rather than changing the child.What Works for Autistic Chil …
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€2.99
Luke Beardon: What Works for Autistic Adults
‘This book has the power to change lives’ Chris Packham Imagine a world where an autistic person is included, engaged and cherished for how they are; a world which changes for autistic people, rather …
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€7.99
