Asperger's From the Inside OutAsperger's From the Inside Out
a Supportive and Practical Guide for Anyone With Asperger's Syndrome
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Book, 2008
Current format, Book, 2008, 1st ed, No Longer Available.Book, 2008
Current format, Book, 2008, 1st ed, No Longer Available. Offered in 0 more formatsThe executive director of the world's largest Asperger's organization--who himself suffers from the syndrome--furnishes an insightful and practical guide on how to cope with the problem, covering such areas as social interaction, how to nurture interests, how to deal with family, how to find work that suits one's strengths and talents, and other topiocs. Original.
The author, who himself suffers from the syndrome, explains how to cope with the problem, covering areas such as social interaction, nurturing interests, dealing with family, and finding work that suits one's strengths and talents.
While Asperger's syndrome, as the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum is known, poses many challenges, the emphasis here is on coming to terms with this "hidden disability" and educating others about the intrinsic worth of each individual regardless of labels. Carley (GRASP/The Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership), diagnosed with AS at the same time as his son, candidly shares his experiences and advice on coping in one's personal and work life. The guide lists peer- support resources. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
An intimate, engaging, and insightful guide to coping with Asperger's-from one of the condition's most passionate advocates.
Michael John Carley was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at thirty-six-when his young son received the same diagnosis. This fascinating book reveals his personal experience with the confusion and trauma associated with this condition-and offers insights into living an independent and productive life.
Now the Executive Director of the world's largest Asperger's oranization, Carley helps readers in such areas as:
- Social interactions
- Nurturing interests
- Whom to confide in-and how
- Dealing with family and loved ones
- Finding work that suits your strengths and talents
The author, who himself suffers from the syndrome, explains how to cope with the problem, covering areas such as social interaction, nurturing interests, dealing with family, and finding work that suits one's strengths and talents.
While Asperger's syndrome, as the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum is known, poses many challenges, the emphasis here is on coming to terms with this "hidden disability" and educating others about the intrinsic worth of each individual regardless of labels. Carley (GRASP/The Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership), diagnosed with AS at the same time as his son, candidly shares his experiences and advice on coping in one's personal and work life. The guide lists peer- support resources. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
An intimate, engaging, and insightful guide to coping with Asperger's-from one of the condition's most passionate advocates.
Michael John Carley was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at thirty-six-when his young son received the same diagnosis. This fascinating book reveals his personal experience with the confusion and trauma associated with this condition-and offers insights into living an independent and productive life.
Now the Executive Director of the world's largest Asperger's oranization, Carley helps readers in such areas as:
- Social interactions
- Nurturing interests
- Whom to confide in-and how
- Dealing with family and loved ones
- Finding work that suits your strengths and talents
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