Autism and the Police
Practical Advice for Officers and Other First Responders
$71.85
- Paperback
208 pages
- Release Date
14 February 2020
Summary
This is a practical guide for police officers and other first responders written by an autistic retired policeman, designed to demystify autistic behaviours and improve the treatment of autistic people caught up in the criminal justice system. Police officers and other emergency services are the first to arrive at the scene of an incident and it is vital they can recognise autistic behaviours and respond accordingly to avoid any escalation.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781787752849 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1787752844 |
| Author: | Andrew Buchan |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Imprint: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 208 |
| Release Date: | 14 February 2020 |
| Weight: | 260g |
| Dimensions: | 14mm x 138mm x 214mm |
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Andrew Buchan
Andy Buchan is an ex-police officer who is also autistic. He was a custody sergeant for 10 years and has delivered training on autism to specific roles within the police force, from call handlers to firearms officers. He has worked with all departments at every stage of the criminal justice system. He lives in Dorset, UK.
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