Temple Grandin bietet eine tiefgreifende Perspektive auf Autismus, die auf ihrer eigenen Reise zur Überwindung von Kommunikationsschwierigkeiten in der frühen Kindheit basiert. Ihre bahnbrechende Arbeit im Design von Viehhandhabungsanlagen stellt konventionelle Annahmen über die Grenzen, die mit einer Autismus-Diagnose verbunden sind, in Frage. Grandin beweist, dass Autismus keine Hürde für ein produktives und erfülltes Leben sein muss und inspiriert damit unzählige Menschen weltweit. Ihre Beiträge zur Tierwissenschaft und ihr Eintreten für das Bewusstsein für Autismus prägen weiterhin unser Verständnis und unsere Herangehensweisen.
Temple Grandin kann die Welt so sehen, wie es Tiere tun. Als Autistin ist sie mit der außergewöhnlichen Gabe gesegnet, sich in Tiere hineinfühlen zu können und die Umwelt ähnlich wie sie wahrzunehmen. 'Tiere sind uns ähnlich', sagt sie, 'viel mehr, als wir bislang dachten.' In ihrem eindrucksvollen Buch beschreibt Grandin, wie sie mit ihrem Wissen Tieren helfen kann – und Menschen den Umgang mit ihnen erleichtert.
Der grosse amerikanische Kinoerfolg Rain Man" erzahlt die Geschichte des Autisten Raymond mit anruhrender Unmittelbarkeit und unpathetischer Leichtigkeit. Ebenso eindringlich und geradeaus ist die Geschichte der Autistin Temple Grandin, die ubrigens mithalf, Rain Man" - Hauptdarsteller Dustin Hoffman auf seine anspruchsvolle Rolle vorzubereiten. Aus ihrer aussergewohnlichen Perspektive schildert Temple Grandin ihren zahen Kampf gegen die bizarren Symptome des Autismus: etwa das Unvermogen, ihre Bewegungen zu kontrollieren, die Besessenheit mit einer Beschaftigung, ihre Gerauschempfindlichkeit, die Uberreiztheit ihres Nervensystems uberhaupt, oder ihre anfangliche totale Unfahigkeit, mittels Sprache oder auch nur Korperkontakt eine Verbindung zur Aussenwelt herzustellen - obwohl sie gerade dies sehnlichst wunschte. Dass es ihr schliesslich dennoch gluckte, sich aus ihrem glasernen Gefangnis zu befreien, verdankt sie ihrem eigenen Erfindungsreichtum: Sie konstruierte einen Apparat, mit dessen Hilfe sie korperliche Beruhrung zulassen, aber auch kontrollieren konnte. Diese Zaubermaschine" wie auch die liebevolle Zuwendung einiger weniger Menschen offneten ihr den Weg durch die glaserne Tur in die reale Welt."
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.
How the Girl Who Loved Cows Embraced Autism and Changed the World
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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'The modern day Doctor Dolittle' (Guardian), bestselling author ofAnimals in Translation,investigates the secrets of mental health in animals.
