Yuko Yoshida

How to Be Yourself in a World That's Different

An Asperger Syndrome Study Guide for Adolescents

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This guide to AS is written for young readers diagnosed with AS and autism spectrum conditions. It highlights the positive aspects of autism spectrum conditions, such as diligence, fairness and a knack for unique ideas, but also acknowledges the challenges faced by young people with AS and, crucially, offers strategies for dealing with these.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 112
• Altersempfehlung: 11 bis 17 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. November 2006
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 139mm x 22mm
• Gewicht: 160g
• ISBN-13: 9781843105046
• ISBN-10: 1843105047
• Artikelnr.: 22218512

Autorenporträt

Yuko Yoshida M.D.

Inhaltsangabe

Foreword by Lorna Wing. Acknowledgments. How to Use This Book. Part 1:
Information. 1. Research Related to Asperger Syndrome. 2. Asperger Syndrome
in Detail. 3. Temporary Mental Dysfunction. Part 2: Advice. 4. Special
Strategies for Coping. 5. Hobbies - Five Major Trouble Spots. 6. Support
and Understanding. A Message to the Reader - You Are a Wonderful and Caring
Person! A Message to Support People. Recommended Reading. Appendix: Steps
for Effective Time Management. References.