Books by Philip Abrams

Based on a study of the commune movement in Britain, this 1976 book attempts to explore the ability of sociology to understand the 'alternative society' and to examine the implications of the success and failure of communal projects for fundamental sociological theories about the nature of social solidarity and cohesion.

"DEMYSTIFIES THE DAY-TO-DAY CHALLENGES OF A SON OR DAUGHTER WITH AUTISM BY CREATING ORDER AND LEARNING IN THEIR DAILY ACTIVITIES. IN SO DOING, IT CREATES HOPE."--AMI KLIN, PH.D., YALE CHILD STUDY CENTER As the parent of a child with autism, you know how difficult it can be to simply get through the day. From getting dressed in the morning to brushing teeth before bed, raising a special needs child can turn ordinary events into extraordinary challenges. This book focuses on those kinds of everyday events.YOUR WORKBOOKDiscover the methods for breaking through to your child and reaching into his or her world while supporting his or her learning style. Designed specifically for parents, this section introduces you to the exercises and activities you will be doing with your child. Everything is carefully explained, using lay terminology and simple illustration, including:•Visual strategies•User-friendly schedules•Excursion plansYOUR CHILD'S WORKBOOKHands-on activities in this section of the work-book will teach your child basic skills, using humor and time—tested educational techniques. On handy tear-out pages, these engaging games and exercises help your child learn how to:•Recognize emotions•Get dressed•Read the clock•Understand safety sights.•Visit doctors, dentists, friends and family comfortablyAnd much more. . .