Temple Grandin offre una prospettiva profonda sull'autismo, basata sul suo personale percorso di superamento delle difficoltà di comunicazione nella prima infanzia. Il suo lavoro innovativo nel design di attrezzature per la gestione del bestiame sfida le supposizioni convenzionali sui limiti associati a una diagnosi di autismo. Grandin dimostra che l'autismo non deve essere una barriera per una vita produttiva e appagante, ispirando innumerevoli individui in tutto il mondo. I suoi contributi alla scienza animale e il suo sostegno alla consapevolezza sull'autismo continuano a plasmare la nostra comprensione e i nostri approcci.
Attraverso questo racconto-saggio "dall'interno" dell'autismo, l'autrice fornisce un documento umano nel quale apre una finestra sulla vita e sull'interiorità, cognitiva ed emotiva, delle persone autistiche. Senza tingere di rosa l'autismo, né minimizzare quanto esso l'abbia esclusa, dalla compagnia, dai piaceri, dalle gratificazioni e dalle possibilità che per molti di noi possono costituire buona parte di quella che chiamiamo "vita", l'autrice delinea un quadro ben diverso dalle immagini che la parola "autismo" comunemente evoca.
A diciotto anni Temple Grandin si costruì una macchina per gli abbracci. Aveva visto che le mucche diventavano mansuete dentro la gabbia di contenimento usata dal veterinario per visitarle, e aveva intuito che uno strumento simile avrebbe potuto calmare anche lei. Così, con due assi di compensato che si stringevano dolcemente ai lati di una panca, realizzò lo strano congegno. Che funzionò a meraviglia. E Temple, giovane autistica con molti problemi di relazione, capì di avere una speciale affinità con gli animali. E capì che per essere felice avrebbe dovuto studiarli e stare con loro il più possibile. Quel che non sapeva è che varie altre – e non meno spiazzanti – scoperte avrebbero fatto di lei uno dei più famosi esperti del comportamento animale, e che quelle scoperte avrebbero anche modificato il modo di trattare gli animali stessi. «Temple Grandin ci svela, grazie alla sua ottica privilegiata e, ancor più importante, usando della sua speci$ca competenza, gli aspetti più affascinanti del comportamento e della cognizione animale, e cioè la loro percezione del mondo; i loro sentimenti; la loro aggressività; il loro dolore e la loro sofferenza; come e cosa pensano e, infine, cosa essa intende per genialità animale». Danilo Mainardi
Focusing on the personal experiences of autism and sensory challenges, this reference book offers insights from Temple on her journey. It includes practical tips for managing sensory issues and addresses common questions in a straightforward Q&A format. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of autism through Temple's perspective, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to learn more about the condition and its impacts on daily life.
In the revised and expanded version of this innovative book, Dr. Temple Grandin gets down to the REAL issues of autism, the ones parents, teachers, and individuals on the spectrum face every day. Temple offers helpful do's and don'ts, practical strategies, and try-it-now tips, all based on her "insider" perspective and a great deal of research. These are just some of the specific topics Temple delves into: How and Why People with Autism Think Differently Economical Early Intervention Programs that Work How Sensory Sensitivities Affect Learning Behaviors Caused by a Disability vs. Just Bad Behaviors Teaching People with Autism to Live in an Unpredictable World Alternative Medicine vs. Conventional Medicine Employment Ideas for Adults with Autism This revised and expanded edition contains revisions based on her most current autism research, as well as 12 additional articles including: Improving Time Management and Organizational Skills Which School is best for this Child? Teaching Turn Taking and the Ability to Wait And many more!
Dr. Temple Grandin gets to the REAL issues of autism, the ones parents,
teachers, and individuals on the spectrum face every day. Temple offers
helpful dos and don'ts, practical strategies, and try-it-now tips, all based
on her insider perspective and a great deal of research.
Temple Grandin, fascinated by animals since childhood, connects the autistic perspective with animal behavior. She helps farmers understand their animals' issues, highlighting differences in visual perception. "Animals in Translation" offers insights into animal behavior and autism, featuring practical advice and a troubleshooting guide for animal care.
The biography explores the life of Temple Grandin, who was diagnosed with autism as a child. Despite recommendations for institutionalization, her mother supported her education, leading Temple to become a prominent scientist and professor of animal science. Her innovative approaches transformed the livestock industry. The book includes personal photos and insights into her unique perspective, offering a deeper understanding of autism and highlighting the potential of individuals with the condition.
Born with autism, both Temple Grandin and Sean Barron now live famously successful social lives. However, their paths were quite different. Temple's logical mind controlled her social behavior. She interacted with many adults and other children, experiencing varied social situations. Logic informed her decision to obey social rules and avoid unpleasant consequences. Sean's emotions controlled his social behavior. Baffled by social rules, isolated and friendless, he made up his own and applied them to others. When they inevitably broke his rules, he felt worthless and unloved. Both Temple and Sean ultimately came to terms with the social world and found their places in it. Whether you are a person with autism, a caregiver in the autism community, or just someone interested in an outsider view of society, their powerful stories will enthrall and enlighten you. The first edition of Unwritten Rules of Social Engagement was the Silver Award Winner of the Book of the Year Awards and the original edition sold more than 40,000 copies in hard cover!
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