Can I Tell You about Asperger Syndrome?

Author: Jude Welton
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1843102064
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 51

Book Description
Introducing Adam, who has Asperger syndrome -- Reading feelings -- Tones of voice -- Playing with others -- Loud noises -- Confusing groups -- Unexpected change -- Motor skills -- Special interests -- What is Asperger syndrome? -- How to help -- How teachers can help.

Love That Boy

Author: Ron Fournier
Publisher: Harmony
ISBN: 0804140502
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 242

Book Description
"[A]n eloquent, brave, big-hearted book…about the timeless anxieties and emotions of parenthood, and the modern twists thereon.” —James Fallows, The Atlantic Love That Boy is a uniquely personal story about the causes and costs of outsized parental expectations. What we want for our children—popularity, normalcy, achievement, genius—and what they truly need—grit, empathy, character—are explored by National Journal’s Ron Fournier, who weaves his extraordinary journey to acceptance around the latest research on childhood development and stories of other loving-but-struggling parents.

22 Things a Woman with Asperger's Syndrome Wants Her Partner to Know

Author: Rudy Simone
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1849058830
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Rudy Simone covers 22 common areas of confusion for someone dating a female with AS, including advice from her own experience and that of other couples. She talks with humour and honesty about the little things that might be different from a relationship with a neurotypical woman and discusses first dates, sex, and even having children.

The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome

Author: Tony Attwood
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1843104954
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 401

Book Description
A guide to Asperger's syndrome describes what it is and how it is diagnosed, along with information on such topics as bullying, emotions, language, movement, cognitive ability, and long-term relationships.

Asperger's Syndrome

Author: Tony Attwood
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 9781853025778
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
Tony Attwood's guide will assist parents and professionals with the identification, treatment and care of both children and adults with Asperger's Syndrome. The book provides a description and analysis of the unusual characteristics of the syndrome and practical strategies to reduce those that are most conspicuous or debilitating. Beginning with a chapter on diagnosis, including an assessment test, the book covers all aspects of the syndrome from language to social behaviour and motor clumsiness, concluding with a chapter based on the questions most frequently asked by those who come into contact with individuals with this syndrome. Covering the available literature in full, this guide brings together the most relevant and useful information on Asperger's Syndrome, incorporating case studies from the author's own practical experience as a Clinical Psychologist, with examples of, and numerous quotations from people with Asperger's Syndrome.

Can I Tell You about Autism?

Author: Jude Welton
Publisher: Can I tell you about
ISBN: 9781849054539
Category : Autism
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A boy named Tom describes what life with autism is like, explains the challenges he faces, and suggests ways for parents and educators to help those who suffer from the condition.

All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome

Author: Kathy Hoopmann
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781843104810
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes the joys and challenges of raising a child who is different. It leaves the reader with a sense of the dignity, individuality and potential of people with Asperger Syndrome"--Jacket.

But You Don't Look Autistic at All

Author: Bianca Toeps
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789090334172
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 224

Book Description

This is Asperger Syndrome

Author: Elisa Gagnon
Publisher: AAPC Publishing
ISBN: 0967251419
Category : Asperger's syndrome
Languages : en
Pages : 30

Book Description
Introduces children to the world of their peers who display the confusing behaviors of Asperger Syndrome.

The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules

Author: Jennifer Cook
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 0857006851
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 282

Book Description
Being a teen or tween isn't easy for anyone but it can be especially tough for Asperkids. Jennifer O'Toole knows; she was one! This book is a top secret guide to all of the hidden social rules in life that often seem strange and confusing to young people with Asperger syndrome. The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules offers witty and wise insights into baffling social codes such as making and keeping friends, blending in versus standing out from the crowd, and common conversation pitfalls. Chock full of illustrations, logical explanations, and comic strip practice sessions, this is the handbook that every adult Aspie wishes they'd had growing up. Ideal for all 10-17 year olds with Asperger syndrome, this book provides inside information on over thirty social rules in bite-sized chunks that older children will enjoy, understand, and most importantly use daily to navigate the mysterious world around them.