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Authors: Maxine C. Aston
ISBN-13: 9781843101154, ISBN-10: 1843101157
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Kingsley, Jessica Publishers
Date Published: March 2003
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Maxine C. Aston

Book Synopsis

Asperger Syndrome (AS) has often been considered to be incompatible with love and relationships, but as the number of diagnoses increases, it is becoming apparent that people with AS can and do have full and intimate relationships. Maxine Aston frankly examines the fundamental aspects of relationships that are often complicated by the disorder. Illustrated with real-life examples, the book tackles issues such as attraction, trust, communication, intimacy and parenting and includes a section on frequently asked questions, making it a must for all those with AS and their partners, as well as for friends, family and counselors.

Table of Contents

Foreword9
Terminology11
Introduction13
1Attraction16
2Shared Interests22
3Trust26
4Being Valued32
5Understanding39
6Self-disclosure45
7Communication53
8The Asperger Syndrome Side of Communication58
9Non-Verbal Communication - The Unspoken Word67
10Social Scenes72
11Routines, Rules and Boundaries85
12The Asperger Syndrome Parent93
13The Sexual Side of Asperger Syndrome106
14Infidelity118
15Sexuality and Asperger Syndrome126
16Verbal Abuse and Asperger Syndrome131
17Domestic Violence and Asperger Syndrome136
18Asperger Syndrome and Awareness143
19Diagnosis153
20Mental and Physical Health and Asperger Syndrome160
21Counselling and Asperger Syndrome168
22Women and Asperger Syndrome175
23Disadvantages of Asperger Syndrome182
24Benefits of Asperger Syndrome190
Conclusion194
Frequently Asked Questions199
Resources for Adults with Asperger Syndrome and their Families222
References227
Index228

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