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Autism Movement Therapy (R) Method: Waking up the Brain!

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A practical guide to the innovative Autism Movement Therapy ® (AMT) approach - structured movement and music classes designed to stimulate the brain, aid sensory processing and decrease problem behaviours in children with autism spectrum disorders. Reflecting a growing interest in the body-brain connection, and incorporating the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, the AMT approach uses music and movement to develop audio, visual, gross motor and spatial awareness skills in children with autism. The book breaks down the components of the typical 45 minute session, from circle games to story dances, and explains how the reader can create their own AMT program. This exciting new approach will complement other therapeutic techniques for children on the autism spectrum and can be used by a wide range of professionals, such as teachers, arts therapists and dance instructors, as well as parents and carers.
Part I. Understanding Autism Movement Therapy. 1.The Benefits of a Movement and Music Program. 2. What Does an Autism Movement Therapy® Session Look Like?. 3. Music and Movement in Every Language. Part II. Behavior and The Value of Teaching Social Skills. 5. Behavior Behavior Behavior. 6. Social - Ability: You Dance and 'Social' I. Index.
'Programs like Joanne's Autism Movement Therapy offer opportunities for our kids to develop the necessary and fundamental skills that benefit all our kids. Art saved my life!' - 'In addition to being a ""must read"", Autism Movement Therapy (R) as described in this book is a ""must experience"" for anyone wishing to learn how to empower individuals on the autism spectrum to first be more comfortable within their bodies, and second, achieve greater success interacting with the surrounding environment.' - From the foreword by Stephen M. Shore, Clinical Assistant Professor at Adelphi University, and internationally-known author, speaker, and individual on the autism spectrum
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