"Poems for Autism" new book

Hello again folks. 

It has been some time since my last post and time has certainly flown by. I am hoping to post more on my blog this year.

Above is an image of the front cover of my new book - "Poems for Autism"
This new book is available only on Lulu.com at the moment, but is available worldwide through the Lulu publishing site. Details, as described on Lulu.com, below;

Copyright      Louise Page (Standard Copyright Licence)

Edition          First Edition

Publisher      Louise Page

Published     2 February 2015

Language     English

Pages           86

Binding         Perfect-bound Paperback

Interior Ink    Black & white

Weight          0.18 kg

Dimensions (centimetres) - 14.81 wide x 20.98 tall

 

This book is also available as an instantly downloadable Ebook on Lulu.com 

 

 If you decide to purchase my new book and would like to leave a review or comment on such, please use my page on Lulu.com at the link above ("Poems for Autism") or on my page on LinkedIn - Louise Page

 

Below is the first written review I have received regarding my poetry book I am humbled by Philips' very kind words.

 

Philip Wylie FCA MBA BEng

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“I can thoroughly recommend Louise's poems, ESPECIALLY for parents and other relatives of autistic individuals because they have a healing effect in an extraordinarily inspirational way. Having worked with Louise on the Nine Degrees project I know her to be a wholesome and caring writer, poet and mum,” (LinkedIn)

 

 

 

Another exciting book, I have been honored to co-author, is the "Nine Degrees of Autism". For all the pre-publication information on this important and unique developmental model for the Autism Spectrum, and the list of world renowned co-authors, please go to "The Nine Degrees of Autism" a new developmental model

 

 

 This image is courtesy of the publisher - Routledge (UK)

Best wishes to you all,

Louise.

 

Social skills training videos

Hi folks.

I thought I would share with you some great videos on social skills ideas for persons on the Autism Spectrum.
They a produced with a great bunch of professionals and persons on the Spectrum.
I feel these are the sort of videos which can relate ideas in a way which many young persons, who may be struggling a little with social interactions, could be very comfortable with and find enjoyable. Personally, I have observed increased social skills training successes when the autistic person is actually 'relating' with another person on the Spectrum who can share their ideas and similar peer related feelings and skills with one another or in a group.
The video below uses a robot (in a space theme) to complement several interactions.
It is terrific.

The website is called 9th Planet 

I feel it is one of the best sources of social skills assistance I have seen for a while.

Here's an introductory video for you all to have a look at - enjoy ;)

Back in 2014

Hello again folks.

I have been absent from my blog for some time now, due to having taken approximately 2 years overall off my work due to ill health.
I have jotted the odd post and article on sites such as LinkedIn and a couple of others, but have not been practicing in the counselling field. In my 'time-off' writing has still been one of my obsessive pleasures, and I have mountains of notes weighing down my desk currently. 
Also recently I was commissioned to co-write for a new developmental model for the Autism Spectrum - details of which I will elaborate on soon. This model is still in the process of being finalized and is yet to be passed by a medical/psychology board at a university in England. It was an honor to have been chosen as a co-author for this project and I was very humbled to have received the request.
I also write/post for a website's general science section, regarding earthquake activity (another of my passions -seismology/geology).

In 2014, I will be writing articles and ebooks regarding the Autism Spectrum. Some of these articles will be freely available to read and use on your websites and elsewhere, whilst others (including my books) will be available for purchase, hopefully through this website. I am in the process of piecing everything together and getting a bit better tech savvy in the process :)

Thankyou to those folks who have still been visiting my blog or are new to visiting here. It will be an even better place to pop in on in 2014 and in the meantime you may see some changes to the blog here and there.  

Cheers to you all,
Louise

New Book - Teenagers and Autism

photo copyright of Slavenko Vukasovic - Dreamstime.com

New Book

It has been a while since I have posted on this blog, but hopefully those are interested in my books and other writings/articles may be also interested in my current pursuit of writing a new book regarding teenagers on the Spectrum.

This book will encompass the relationships, emotions, anxieties, communication challenges, and so many other things, which can be experienced by a teen on the Spectrum.  The content of the book and its messages are also very relevant to the parent/carer of a teen on the Spectrum, and will be very much along the lines of a ‘team-effort’ in living life together and navigating life’s challenges, as well as all the many positives.

Once I have waded through my notes (back to 2011), finally pieced together the many chapters and published this book, I will post another note here regarding how and where it can be purchased by those who are interested.

I have several patient and professional persons in Australia and internationally (one a U.S. university professor, teachers, parents and some wonderful individuals (adults on the Spectrum) waiting for me to get this project ‘on-the-road’. Due to experiencing an energy-sapping physical health condition since the middle of 2011 and (and now getting my health gradually back to ‘normal’), I have had to, up until now, put my attention to completing this book on ‘hold’.  I am not practicing as a professional counsellor currently (due to my recent health concern) and have chosen to concentrate on writing for a while. I may resume practicing in 2013.

Special mention

Recently, Donna Williams, an internationally known, highly successful and respected writer/author, artist, singer-song-writer and Autism expert (Donna is on the Spectrum herself), endorsed me (via LinkedIn) for my professionalism, abilities and understanding in the field of Autism/Youth. I am truly honoured to have Donna endorse my work and experience in this field and am humbled by this recognition.   

Books on Autism

 "Louise's Autism Info Shoppe"

As a parent of a child who has been newly diagnosed as being on the Autism Spectrum, or perhaps you are interested in learning more about what Autism means for a family member or friend, or your may be hoping to learn more for study reasons, reading quality and accurate information by those wonderful souls on the Spectrum who can offer a very real and unique perspective, is something I highly recommend.

Books such as
 
"Exposure Anxiety - The Invisible Cage..." by Donna Williams,


"The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism and Aspergers" by Dr. Temple Grandin,
 

"Beyond The Wall: Personal Experiences With Autism and Aspergers Syndrome" by Stephen Shore, are just some of those unique and invaluable sources of 'insider' information and education regarding living with Autism and what it means for the individual and their experience of life.

These wonderful Autistic souls (writers) books are a great place to start your greater understanding of the Autism Spectrum.

An Autism Connection

Finally, my book called "An Autism Connection", is available for preview and for purchase on Lulu.com.

Click here to access my store front.