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Should you explain the diagnosis? by Tony Attwood, Ph.D. (Download PDF

Tony Attwood, author of the bestselling book, Asperger Syndrome, has written this essay which applies to AS or High Functioning Autism. It covers the whys, when, and hows of explaining the diagnosis with emphasis on the strengths of the individual.

 


Cognitive-Behavior Therapy for Adult Asperger Syndrome by Valerie Gaus, Ph.D.

From the article:     With the recent growth in awareness of autism spectrum disorders, there are increasing numbers of adults with Asperger syndrome (AS) and High-Functioning Autism (HFA) seeking diagnosis and help for their problems in daily living. Psychotherapists who work to meet the needs of this expanding patient population may find guidance in the literature on cognitive-behavior therapy. As outlined in this article, there is evidence that these approaches can be useful in helping these adults find relief from their daily stress while also capitalizing on their strengths.

 


 

What Does A Student With Asperger Syndrome Need In A School Program by Lynda Geller, Ph.D. (Download PDF

Written by the Clinical Director of the Asperger Institute at the NYU Child Study Center ­ http://aboutourkids.org/


One-on-One Play Dates by Marsha Parrish

This article was written by the mother of a 9 year old with Asperger Syndrome. It was originally printed by Aspen of New Jersey and then used in the booklet given out at Common Connections. These tips for helping your child make friends are well thought out and very helpful.

 



Beyond Guilt or Innocence by Dennis Debbaudt, Investigator and Journalist.

Dennis Debbaudt is a freelance reporter with experience writing for the Detroit News. After his son was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, he became interested in the problems faced by people on the spectrum in the legal system (especially because of perceptual problems), and on improving the awareness among law enforcement officers of the issues that arise. He has written several books on this topic, and in conjunction with police departments has developed teaching curriculums.



 

Time Magazine, May 6, 2002

The Secrets of Autism - this link is for the cover story which can be previewed at the site and which can be read in full by purchase or archive subscription. Requires Javascript.


Asperger's Spectrum Disorder: Sorting It Out

This article is by Martin L. Kutscher, MD
http://pediatricneurology.com/autism.htm


New York Times, March 6 2001

Disabled Children Have Their Own Special Needs (If you don't have an online New York Times subscriber id & password, which you need to read this article, you can get one for free without difficulty the first time you connect to the site)


New York Times, Magazine Section, Sunday, June 18, 2000

The Little Professor Syndrome


 

 

 
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