Foreword / Carol A. Just OTD, OTR/L
What are Autism Spectrum Disorders?
What is occupational therapy?
Chapter 1. Body Awareness
Right/left discriminative and self and others in the environment
The bed has a right and left side
Chapter 2. Increasing Coordination
Infants: Birth to two years of age
Toddlers: Ages two to five
Children: Elementary school age
Chapter 3. Fine Motor Skills
Progressing hand skills and tool use
Coloring in shapes and spaces
Writing legibly on the line
A word about hand strength
Let's find the good stuff
Chapter 4. Understanding the World through the Senses
Chapter 5. Daily Living Skills
Taking care of belongings
Chapter 6. Activities in the Home, School, and Community
Computer use, television, and videogames
Running errands with the family
Chapter 7. Calming Techniques
Opportunities for self-expression
Self-calming materials and furniture
Children learn using many senses
Staying calm in the community
Chapter 8. Building Capacity: Optimizing Care and Treatment
Support for parents, carers, and professionals
Networking and a team approach
Types of professionals arid services
Assessment and goal planning
