Author: Attwood, Tony
Title: Asperger's Syndrome : A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Description: London, Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 1998. orig. boards. 23x15cm, 224 pp.. Ills.. Minor rubbing. VG. ¶ Tony Attwood here provides a comprehensive guide designed to assist parents and professionals with the identification and treatment of both children and adults with Asperger's syndrome. The book provides a description and analysis of the unusual characteristics of the syndrome and practical strategies to reduce those that are most conspicuous or debilitating. Beginning with a chapter on diagnosis, including an assessment test, the text covers all aspects of the syndrome from language to social behaviour to motor clumsiness, concluding with a chapter on the questions most frequently asked by those who come into contact with individuals with the syndrome" . Publisher's description. Contents: Diagnosis -- Social behaviour -- Language -- Interests and routine -- Motor clumsiness -- Cognition -- Sensory sensitivity -- Frequently asked questions -- Appendix I: Resource material on emotions and friendships -- Appendix II: How do you feel today? -- Appendix III: Diagnostic criteria.

Keywords: Asperger's Syndrome, Autistic Disorder, Autism, , , , , ,