My Book--The Verbal Behavior Approach

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Hi all,

As a regular active member of these lists, I wanted to post some preliminary

information about my book which will be available worldwide this spring.

Thanks for your support,

Barbera

The Verbal Behavior Approach

How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disorders

by Lynch Barbera, RN, MSN, BCBA with Rasmussen

Foreword by Dr. Mark Sundberg

Coming spring 2007!!

The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related

Disorders by Lynch Barbera, RN, MSN, BCBA with Rasmussen will be

published in spring 2007 by Kingsley Publishers.

Barbera is the mother of a 10-year-old son with autism, a Board

Certified Behavior Analyst, and an expert in using the Verbal Behavior Approach

to

teach children with developmental delays. In her book, takes very complex

information and explains this innovative and scientifically sound treatment

in a non-threatening way.

The book will enable parents and professionals unfamiliar with the

principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and B.F. Skinner's Analysis of Verbal

Behavior

to get started immediately using the verbal behavior approach to teach

children with autism and related disorders.

The Verbal Behavior Approach provides an abundance of information about how

to help children develop better language and speaking skills, and also

contains information on teaching non-vocal children how to use sign language.

An

entire chapter details important information about ways to reduce problem

behavior, and there is information on teaching toileting and other important

self-help skills, that would benefit any child.

Finally, there is plenty of advice from with her " parent hat on "

regarding denial, coping and becoming an advocate.

One of the most valuable books for parents of children with autism since Let

me hear your voice by Maurice.

Mark L. Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA

Co-author of the books “Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other

Developmental Disabilities,†and “The ABLLS.

An easy to follow guide that works. The Verbal Behavior Approach is

motivation driven, creating the desire to learn.

Kathleen Ricca M.Ed., parent of a 3 year old boy with autism

This is an easy to follow, engaging book which is a wonderful starting point

for parents and professionals to work together in changing behavior and

increasing language in children with delays. Ms. Barbera’s thoughtful

insights

and experiences empower parents, teachers, and therapists by giving them the

knowledge base and confidence to begin to work with their children using an

ABA/VB approach.

Dore Blanchet MS., OTR/L, Occupational Therapist

As a dedicated and caring parent, has demonstrated her commitment to

all children with autism by writing such a thoughtful and useful book.

Rick Kubina, Ph.D., BCBA,

Associate Professor, The PennsylvaniaStateUniversity

This book provides parents with down-to-earth information. A welcome

addition to the literature for parents of young children with autistic spectrum

disorder, or other developmental disabilities requiring intensive behavioral

intervention.

Coplan, MD, Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician

's book nicely presents what Verbal Behavior is, why we teach it the way

we do and how to get started with your child's VB program. All of this is

written in an easy to understand and entertaining manner. What a great

resource especially for parents! With clear, concise explanations and

examples,

heartfelt stories and helpful resources listed throughout, has provided

the community with a nice description of teaching verbal behavior. Every

parent of a newly diagnosed child should own a copy of this book.

Holly Kibbe, MS, BCBA, Establishing Operations, Inc.

A truly remarkable book that is clearly written, well organized, and a

thorough compilation of important information and advice. This book provides

a friendly voice that will assist parents, educators, and other

professionals in utilizing these techniques with children with autism. It is a

must have

for anyone who knows, lives with, or teaches a child with autism spectrum

disorder.

--- M.S. CCC-SLP, Speech and Language Pathologist

What a wonderful book! I typically get glazed over with the intensity of

ABA/VB. This was an easy read that provided clear cut, practical information

that families and professionals can effectively use.

Traci L. Plunkett, Mother of a 9-year-old son with PDD-NOS.

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