by Lauren Hough
First published 2013
The existing educational system fails children with autism spectrum disorder who need more than basic special education but less than intensive intervention. Lauren Hough presents the ASD Nest Model, a carefully developed program that emerged from this critical gap in services. The model targets higher functioning students who struggle with sensory issues, social connections, emotional regulation, anxiety management, and specific learning challenges. Hough details how the program employs positive behavior strategies rather than punitive approaches. The framework aims to prepare these students for successful participation in regular classroom environments and broader community settings. Schools implementing this model can reduce their reliance on outside specialists while better serving a population that traditional programs often overlook. The book demonstrates how targeted interventions can transform educational outcomes for children caught between existing service categories.
Genres: psychology, education, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: problem-solving, social-issues
234 pages · Paperback · Aapc Inc