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This handbook provides a substantive foundation of autism theory and research, including a comprehensive overview, conceptualization, and history of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). This robust reference work integrates the broad scholar…
Unravelling the complexities of relationships and sexuality, this straight-talking guide will help you to navigate the associated social, emotional and physical issues. Expert advice and real life examples give you the knowledge to reflect on your own sexuality, provide you with…
Unravelling the complexities of relationships and sexuality, this straight-talking guide will help you to navigate the associated social, emotional and physical issues.
This candid guide to sexuality, relationships and gender identity will help you to understand your own preferences and identity in the pursuit of platonic, romantic or sexual relationships. Emma Goodall provides advice on what to do in situations where you feel under pressure an…
"We Walk combines personal narrative, interviews, and research to examine social issues like inclusion, religion, therapeutics, and friendship through the lens of severe autism"--
L'auteure, une Aspergirl, propose des explications pour mieux comprendre les relations entre les hommes et les femmes ayant un syndrome d'Asperger. Avec des conseils judicieux sur tous les aspects de la vie personnelle et professionnelles en passant par les sentiments de culpabi…
Naming Adult Autism is one of the first critiques of cultural and medical narratives of Autism to be authored by an adult diagnosed with this condition. Autism is a`social disorder', defined by interactions and lifestyle. Yet, the expectations of normalcy against which Autism is…
Naming Adult Autism is one of the first critiques of cultural and medical narratives of Autism to be authored by an adult diagnosed with this condition. Autism is a ̀social disorder', defined by interactions and lifestyle. Yet, the expectations of normalcy against which Autism is…
Explores representations of 'high-functioning' adult autism in autobiographical, scientific and fictional texts to demonstrate the value of Cultural Studies towards understanding autism as a subjective condition and social category.
"This is the first book to present the movement approach to autism in a comprehensive way, integrating scientific methods and results with the experience of affected people, ways to improve their experiences, and the societal integration of autism."--Provided by publisher
Helena Hartmann examines the crucial concepts of cognitive empathy, emotional egocentricity and social pain of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She thereby provides valuable insights into the investigation of social cognition of both the neurotypical as well as a…
Helena Hartmann examines the crucial concepts of cognitive empathy, emotional egocentricity and social pain of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She thereby provides valuable insights into the investigation of social cognition of both the neurotypical as well as a…
Provides those with autism advice on surviving the freshman year of college, covering such topics as living away from home, preparing for classes and exams, making friends, coping in social situations, and managing stress.