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When Everybody Cares: Case Studies of ABA with People with Autism

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Bravo! An easy read, packed with behavioral information as well as delightful humor. Not too many people dare or can combine the two in such an eloquent way..
As a parent, who has a behavior analytic program in place as my child's intervention, I find Dr Newmans style in writing as a breath of fresh air. He NEVER lessens the severness of our children's disability ,nor strays away from the analytic principles of ABA, AND you STILL manage to crack a MUCH needed smile while turning these pages..I found this to be a welcomed addition to my "Autism Library".. It is full of "real life accounts" that shine through in their authenticity.As well as the genuine brilliance Dr Newman obviously has in the SCIENCE and in applying it with our children. Only one who can write and apply the science in such a "natural feeling way", must be one who this all comes second nature too.. I thank Dr Newman and those like him, who have dedicated their lives to this science and applying it effectively to our children. My child has made tremndous gains with this way of life, ABA as we call it..
He is more self sufficient, more communicative and more appropriate.. but most importantly He IS Happier.... He is finally able to commune with us in our daily everyday activites and though still has a ways to go to .. I am confident that he will continue to flourish and ultimatley be the VERY BEST he is capable of being. thanks to the families who allowed Dr NEwman to share your stories, and thank you Dr Newman for putting your passion in writing.
My regards Nicole Dibra...

"When Everybody Cares" should be read by anyone involved in teaching and treating children with Autism who are utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis, or even to help educate and advocate what ABA can do for the Autistic population. As a mother of a child with Autism, everything can be extremely challenging . Eating, self help skills, sleeping, speaking, social interactions, self stimulatory behaviors, perseveration, inappropriate behaviors, playing, learning--these are all skills and behaviors that will require at one time or another some sort of treatment plan. Treatment plans to increase or decrease a behavior can be very intimidating. Are you doing anything at all, is all this effort really working? are we wasting our time? Is he REALLY capable? When Everybody Cares puts that anxiety to rest by leading the reader through many real life examples of successfull intervention ultimately bettering the lives for all involved and most importantly the health, happiness, and dignity of the individuals who suffer from Autism. "When Everybody Cares" has inspired me tremendously!

For anyone whose life is touched by autism: this is a wonderful book, especially if you are new to the world of Applied Behavior Analysis. The stories are about real people-- children and adults whose quality of life was improved through behavioral intervention. And while each chapter is used to clearly illustrate a principle of the science of human behavior or a particular type of procedure for changing behavior, what you will remember most are the stories-- touching, inspirational, and often very funny. I loan this book out more than any other ; )

As a parent of a child with autism, Bobby Newman's new book, "When Everybody Cares", is now my number one recommended book for all parents and professionals. The book provides a close look at many of the challenging issues we face everyday in raising children with autism: self-care problems, self-abusive behaviors, inablility to socialize, echolalia, lack of play skills, perseverative behaviors, inablility to generalize skills, and inability to communicate to name a few. Bobby's case histories give a detailed decription of how the principles of applied behavioral analysis were highly effective in helping individuals with autism improve their quality of life. He is truly a great writer...extremely informative and even more inspirational! And to top it off, he writes with humor and honesty that reflects his own wonderful personality and committment to individuals with autism. After reading this book, the reader will realize that every person with autism should have a Bobby Newman in their life!

The title says it all! This book will give parents and proffesionals an insightful glance at the evolving world of ABA.Bobby Newman has captured the essence of effective behavior treatment.As a parent of a child with autism,I finished the book with a sence of hope and encouragement.Dr.Newman demonstrates in the book,individual case studies and most often a practical approach which proves to be extremely effective.He is able to implement treatment,combined with sensitivity,unlike any I have
seen.So much so, that I was compelled to seek his expertise in the ongoing treatment of my child.My son is one of many,who have been blessed to have had Dr. Newman make a profound difference in their lives.Dr. Bobby Newman in my oppinion,is the ultimate example of "When Somebody Cares." This book is a must have for anyone impacted by a person with autism.

Plain and simple, I love this book. Thank Heavens that Bobby Newman took it upon himself to write so movingly not just of his love for the field of Applied Behavior Analysis/ABA, but for the real people that he and the science serve. I don't think it is too strong to state that everyone who works with people with autism should read this book.

Unfortunately, too often ABA is perceived as a dry endeavor and the children as a set of clients served by it. This series of engaging vignettes puts a very human face on both and movingly illustrates ABA's very real power to change lives. I found myself more than once cheering, smiling, and crying tears of joy for the happy outcomes described.

Thank you for writing this book and letting us know the wonderful things that can happen "When Everybody Cares...".

Extremely easy to read and useful for understanding exactly how ABA can be used to augment other intervention strategies for students/children with Autism.

This is an excellent book. I have only read 3 chapters, but Newman presents information about children with autism very well. This book is hillarious, and I would reccomend reading it.