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Record Nr.

UNINA9910784172803321

Autore

Attwood Tony

Titolo

The complete guide to Asperger's syndrome [[electronic resource] /] / Tony Attwood

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London ; ; Philadelphia, : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2007

ISBN

184642559X

1843104954

9781843104957

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (401 p.)

Disciplina

616.85

616.85/8832

616.8588

Soggetti

Asperger's syndrome

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (p. 359-381) and indexes.

Nota di contenuto

What is Asperger's syndrome? -- The diagnosis -- Social understanding and friendship -- Teasing and bullying -- Theory of mind -- The understanding and expression of emotions -- Special interests -- Language -- Cognitive abilities -- Movement and coordination -- Sensory sensitivity -- Life after school : college and career -- Long-term relationships -- Psychotherapy -- Frequently asked questions.

Sommario/riassunto

This is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome. It brings together information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults. Drawing on case studies from Attwood's extensive clinical experience, and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is authoritative and extremely accessible.