The complete guide to Asperger's syndrome

Tony Attwood

Book - 2007

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Published
London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers c2007.
Language
English
Main Author
Tony Attwood (-)
Physical Description
397 p. : ill. ; 26 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 359-381) and indexes.
ISBN
9781843106692
9781843104957
  • Preface
  • 1. What is Asperger's Syndrome?
  • 2. The Diagnosis
  • 3. Social Understanding and Friendship
  • 4. Teasing and Bullying
  • 5. Theory of Mind
  • 6. The Understanding and Expression of Emotions
  • 7. Special Interests
  • 8. Language
  • 9. Cognitive Abilities
  • 10. Movement and Coordination
  • 11. Sensory Sensitivity
  • 12. Life After School: College and Career
  • 13. Long-term Relationships
  • 14. Psychotherapy
  • 15. Frequently Asked Questions
  • Glossary
  • Resources
  • References
  • Subject Index
  • Author Index
Review by Library Journal Review

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 (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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