Brigitte Harrisson & Lise St-Charles 
New Ways of Understanding Autism 

A new understanding of autism spectrum disorder.



The experience of autistic people, real-life stories from parents, and suggested therapeutic approaches are brought together in
New Ways of Understanding Autism to provide a realistic sense of autism and to build a sense of hope. Co-authors Brigitte Harrisson and Lise St-Charles, along with Governor General–award winning novelist Kim Thúy, present a new understanding of autism spectrum disorder — one that focuses on putting the needs of the autistic person where they should be: at the centre.

Tabella dei contenuti

Introduction



1. Toward a Unifying Explanation of Autism

2. What Is Autism?

3. Manifestations of Autism

4. Daily Life

5. Learning

6. Self-Esteem

7. Social Skills

8. Self-Regulation

9. Good to Know



Conclusion: Hope

About the Authors

Bibliography

Glossary

Circa l’autore

Lise St-Charles is co-founder of the SACCADE Centre D’Expertise en Autisme. She has more than thirty years of experience working with people with autism spectrum disorder and their families. She lives on Île d’Orléans, Quebec.