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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.
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.
A life skills guide for individuals with autism and Asperger's syndrome discusses social skills and strategies needed for success in the adult world, including discussion of perspective-taking, nonverbal communication skills, and stress management.
An expert in the field of autistic disorders presents a comprehensive and accessible overview of all aspects of autism conditions, including Asperger's Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and other autism spectrum disorders, explaining how diagnose ASDs, family coping strategies, treatment options, educational programs, and more. Original.
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 The author met a boy named Jack who was invited to Alicia’s birthday party. He was a lonely, kind boy who seemed to understand many things, and he was very eloquent for an eight-year-old. #2 Asperger’s syndrome is a diagnosis that describes someone who perceives and thinks about the world differently from other people. It is typically characterized by a lack of social understanding, a limited ability to have a reciprocal conversation, and an intense interest in a particular subject. #3 Asperger was the first to describe autism, and he observed that the children had social difficulties and unusual social abilities. He believed that the condition was due to genetic or neurological factors, rather than psychological or environmental ones. #4 When a child is referred for a diagnostic assessment, they may have traveled along one of several different diagnostic pathways. The average age for a diagnosis of a child with Asperger’s syndrome is between 8 and 11 years.
Whether or not to seek an official diagnosis is a key daily stressor for people with Asperger's Syndrome and this ebook is packed with advice from Aspie mentors who have all been there, done that, and offer suggestions on the pros and cons of being tested for Asperger's/HFA. Anita Lesko, Henny Kupferstein, Jeanette Purkis, and more offer guidance based on their personal experiences of seeking formal diagnosis and the ebook ends with professional analysis and recommendations from world expert Dr. Tony Attwood. This inspirational advice comes from the bestselling book Been There. Done That. Try This!, written by Aspies for Aspies, now available in short Aspie Mentor Guides!
Friendship problems are a key daily stressor for people with Asperger's Syndrome and this ebook is packed with advice from Aspie mentors who have all been there, done that, and offer suggestions for social strategies that really work. Anita Lesko, Lisa Morgan, Jennifer Cook O'Toole, and more offer guidance based on their personal experiences of making and keeping friends and the ebook ends with professional analysis and recommendations from world expert Dr. Tony Attwood. This inspirational advice comes from the bestselling book Been There. Done That. Try This!, written by Aspies for Aspies, now available in short Aspie Mentor Guides!
People with Asperger's syndrome typically have difficulties with social interactions, and often have pervasive, absorbing interests in self-selected special topics. As many as fifty percent of people with Asperger's syndrome may be undiagnosed. Successful treatment generally involves one or multiple social, behavioral, or educational interventions. Author Toney Allman offers young readers and researchers a means of understanding this condition and its ramifications. Careful explanations offer insight into what it is, what may cause it, how people live with it, and the latest information about treatment.
