Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome
Author: Tony Attwood
The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome (AS). It brings together a wealth of information on all aspects the syndrome for children through to adults.
Drawing on case studies and personal accounts from Attwood's extensive clinical experience, and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is both authoritative and extremely accessible.
Essential reading for families and individuals affected by AS as well as teachers, professional and employers coming in contact with people with AS this book should be on the bookshelf of anyone who needs to know or is interested in this complex condition.
About the Author:
Tony Attwood is a practising clinical psychologist with more than 25 years' experience
Library Journal
In 1998, Australian clinical psychologist Attwood published Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals, which quickly established him as an international expert on the condition. Here, he updates research in this rapidly evolving field, offering a wealth of information on childhood, college, long-term relationships, and careers. He gives comprehensive coverage of topics such as friendship, bullying, special interests, and theory of mind. Each chapter begins with a quote from Hans Asperger himself and includes firsthand experiences from individuals with Asperger's, including Temple Grandin, Liane Holliday Willey, and Stephen Shore. Particularly helpful are the "Key Points and Strategies" at each chapter's end and the detailed FAQs, glossary, resources, and references sections. Attwood writes, "I usually say to the child, `Congratulations, you have Asperger's syndrome,' and explain that this means he or she is not mad, bad or defective, but has a different way of thinking." His work skillfully brings together the current information on this fascinating condition and is an essential purchase for academic and public libraries. Elizabeth Safford, Nevins Memorial Lib., Methuen, MA Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.
Table of Contents:
Preface 9What is Asperger's Syndrome? 11
The Diagnosis 35
Social Understanding and Friendship 55
Teasing and Bullying 95
Theory of Mind 112
The Understanding and Expression of Emotions 128
Special Interests 172
Language 202
Cognitive Abilities 228
Movement and Coordination 259
Sensory Sensitivity 271
Life After School: College and Career 292
Long-term Relationships 304
Psychotherapy 316
Frequently Asked Questions 327
Glossary 348
Resources 351
References 359
Subject Index 382
Author Index 393
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