The Oasis Guide to Asperger Syndrome Advice, Support, Insights, and Inspiration
- List Price: $27.50
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publisher: Random House Inc
- Publish date: 10/01/2001
Description:
Often called high-functioning autism, Asperger Syndrome manifests itself in an array of characteristics, including high intelligence, obsessive behavior, and the inability to deal with everyday social situations. Although children (mostly male) with AS are often able to reel off arcane facts with ease, they have trouble processing and expressing emotions, don't get schoolyard jokes, and often spout socially unacceptable comments. Ostracized by classmates, shunted into special education classes, they are at high risk for depression and even suicide.
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In this breakthrough book, the authors, both mothers of boys with AS, give parents the help they need to deal with this devastating disorder. Covering every aspect of AS -- from diagnosis to treatment options, to preparing a child for life as an independent adult -- they provide both practical guidance and welcome reassurances from families who have met the challenges of AS.
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