{"product_id":"the-complete-guide-to-aspergers-syndrome-by-tony-attwood","title":"The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome by Tony Attwood","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"bookDescription_feature_div\" class=\"celwidget\" data-feature-name=\"bookDescription\" data-csa-c-type=\"widget\" data-csa-c-content-id=\"bookDescription\" data-csa-c-slot-id=\"bookDescription_feature_div\" data-csa-c-asin=\"0809236818\" data-csa-c-is-in-initial-active-row=\"false\" data-csa-c-id=\"ty2ssa-6km2mj-j6qovo-5m4vwv\" data-cel-widget=\"bookDescription_feature_div\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-a-expander-name=\"book_description_expander\" data-a-expander-collapsed-height=\"280\" class=\"a-expander-collapsed-height a-row a-expander-container a-spacing-base a-expander-partial-collapse-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"false\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome (AS). Now including a new introduction explaining the impact of DSM-5 on the diagnosis and approach to AS, it brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on case studies and personal accounts from Attwood's extensive clinical experience, and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is both authoritative and extremely accessible. Chapters examine:\u003cbr\u003e* causes and indications of the syndrome\u003cbr\u003e* the diagnosis and its effect on the individual\u003cbr\u003e* theory of mind * the perception of emotions in self and others\u003cbr\u003e* social interaction, including friendships\u003cbr\u003e* long-term relationships\u003cbr\u003e* teasing, bullying and mental health issues\u003cbr\u003e* the effect of AS on language and cognitive abilities, sensory sensitivity, movement and co-ordination skills\u003cbr\u003e* career development.\u003cbr\u003eThere is also an invaluable frequently asked questions chapter and a section listing useful resources for anyone wishing to find further information on a particular aspect of AS, as well as literature and educational tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssential reading for families and individuals affected by AS as well as teachers, professionals and employers coming in contact with people with AS, this book should be on the bookshelf of anyone who needs to know or is interested in this complex condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'I usually say to the child, \"Congratulations, you have Asperger's syndrome\", and explain that this means he or she is not mad, bad or defective, but has a different way of thinking.' - from The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTony Attwood is a practising Clinical Psychologist who specialises in the field of Asperger's Syndrome. For the last 25 years he has met and worked with several hundred individuals with this syndrome, ranging widely in age, ability and background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis hardcover book with dustcover is new! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublisher ‏ : ‎ Jessica Kingsley Publishers\u003cbr\u003ePublication date ‏ : ‎ November 1, 2006\u003cbr\u003eEdition ‏ : ‎ 1st\u003cbr\u003eLanguage ‏ : ‎ English\u003cbr\u003ePrint length ‏ : ‎ 416 pages\u003cbr\u003eISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1843104954\u003cbr\u003eISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1843104957\u003cbr\u003eItem Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.85 pounds\u003cbr\u003eDimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.25 x 1 x 10 inches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jessica Kingsley Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47883521622181,"sku":"THECOMPLETEGUIDETOASPERGERSSYNDROME","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9383\/1077\/files\/515Pw0jHC1L.jpg?v=1780527320","url":"https:\/\/www.thesurgeonsknots.com\/products\/the-complete-guide-to-aspergers-syndrome-by-tony-attwood","provider":"the-surgeon's-knots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}