Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's SyndromeJessica Kingsley Publishers, 01/01/1999 - 175 من الصفحات The story of a woman who, after years of self-doubt, learned to embrace her Asperger's syndrome traits. Liane Holliday Willey shares the daily struggles and challenges that face those who have Asperger's syndrome. It includes coping strategies and guidance for a range of situations. |
المحتوى
Foreword | 9 |
Acknowledgments | 11 |
Authors Note | 12 |
Introduction | 13 |
Remembering When | 17 |
The Gap Widens and Wondering Why | 31 |
Losing My Way | 47 |
A Slow Walk Home | 63 |
APPENDIX I Explaining Who You Are to Those Who Care | 123 |
APPENDIX II Survival Skills for AS College Students | 131 |
APPENDIX III Employment Options and Responsibilities | 141 |
APPENDIX IV Organizing Your Home Life | 149 |
APPENDIX V Coping Strategies for Sensory Perception Problems | 155 |
APPENDIX VI Thoughts for the NonAS Support People | 161 |
APPENDIX VII Support Groups and Other Helpful Resources | 167 |
Glossary | 171 |
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