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From the bestselling author of <em>Asperger's Rules!</em> and <em>Asperger's Teens</em> comes <em>Asperger's and Adulthood.</em> Blythe Grossberg brings her 15+ years experience working with Asperger's patients to deliver this definitive guide for adults living with Asperger's syndrome. Thinking about moving out on your own? Ready to land your first job? Unsure how to navigate social scenes when you have Asperger's? Designed for the newly launched Aspie adult, <em>Asperger's and Adulthood</em> provides supportive solutions-based strategies for navigating the ins and outs of balancing Asperger's syndrome with career goals, dating, social settings, and more.</p> Adulthood is complicated for anyone, though it can be especially overwhelming for someone living with Asperger's. Thankfully, <em>Asperger's and Adulthood</em> presents targeted strategies from learning specialist Blythe Grossberg to help young adults with Asperger's kick-start careers, cultivate healthy relationships, and create independent paths as maturing adults. Grossberg lends her expertise by providing an Asperger's road map-pointing out potential obstacles and offering valuable how-tos for thriving in the world.</p> This book also helps loved ones gain a deeper understanding of what it means to live with Asperger's syndrome. Whether you're reading for yourself or someone you kw, <em>Asperger's and Adulthood</em> helps you develop deeper insight for tackling life challenges, with: </p><ul><li>Step-by-step strategies for entering the workforce and tips to translate your talents into a career</li><li>Helpful scripts for managing small talk, job interviews, and first dates</li><li>Practical tips and budgeting checklists for establishing your independence</li><li>Real-life Asperger's stories on finding friends and landing jobs</li><li>Handy how-tos about stimming, and how to adopt more discreet comforting behaviors</li></ul> The truth is, even with Asperger's, you can do whatever you put your mind to-and <em>Asperger's and Adulthood</em> outlines the tools and strategies to help you achieve a full and rewarding adult life.</p>Product Identifiers
PublisherAlthea Press
ISBN-101623156602
ISBN-139781623156602
eBay Product ID (ePID)220943762
Product Key Features
Book TitleAspergers and Adulthood : a Guide to Working, Loving, and Living with Aspergers Syndrome
Number of Pages116 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2015
GenreFamily & Relationships, Self-Help, Psychology
AuthorBlythe Grossberg
FormatTrade Paperback (Us) ,Unsewn / Adhesive Bound, Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight8.5 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
SubjectCoping with Problems & Illness
Intended AudienceTrade
Date of Publication28/08/2015
Spine8mm
Country of PublicationUnited States
Author BiographyBlythe Grossberg, Psy.D, is the author of Making ADD Work and a number of other books about ADHD, learning disabilities, and Asperger's. A learning specialist in New York City, she helps children and adults with ADD and ADHD improve their performance in school and at work.
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ImprintAlthea Press
Edition StatementAnnotated Edition