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Author Betts, Dion E. (Dion Emile), 1963-

Title Yoga for children with autism spectrum disorders : a step-by-step guide for parents and caregivers / Dion E. Betts and Stacey W. Betts ; forewords by Louise Goldberg and Joshua S. Betts
Published London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley, 2006

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 W'PONDS  613.7046083 Bet/Yoc  AVAILABLE
Description 101 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Contents 1. How to use this guide -- 2. The yoga sequence for children with autism spectrum disorders -- 3. Yogic breathing -- 4. Shorter yoga sequences
Summary "This illustrated book draws on the authors' understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), and also their enthusiasm for yoga and the ways in which it can be used. It offers a range of gentle and fun yoga positions and breathing techniques that are effective in dealing with the increased levels of anxiety, disorientation and tactile sensitivity often found in children with ASDs. The authors give step-by-step descriptions of warming-up, strengthening, calming, and tension-releasing exercises that are suitable for reducing coping mechanisms, such as hand-flapping, and increasing muscle tone, muscle strength and body awareness. They also present a range of short and long sequences that can be tailored to meet the needs of the individual child." "Yoga for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders is ideal for parents and caregivers who want to use simple yoga techniques to help children with ASDs overcome some of the symptoms of the disorder."--BOOK JACKET
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references
Subject Autistic children -- Health and hygiene.
Autistic children -- Rehabilitation.
Hatha yoga for children -- Therapeutic use.
Author Betts, Stacey W. (Stacey Waldman), 1964-
LC no. 2006000534
ISBN 1843108178 (paperback)
9781843108177 (paperback)