Autism and Girls World Renowned Experts Join Those with Autism Syndrome to Resolve Issues That Girls and Women Face Every Day New Updated and Revised Edition by Tony Attwood 9781949177336 1949177335

Autism and Girls World Renowned Experts Join Those with Autism Syndrome to Resolve Issues That Girls and Women Face Every Day New Updated and Revised Edition formerly Asperger s and Gorls Tony Attwood – Ebook Instant Download/Delivery ISBN(s): 9781941765234, 1941765238, 9781949177336, 1949177335

Product details:

• ISBN 10: 1949177335
• ISBN 13: 9781949177336
• Author:  Tony Attwood

Winner of the Gold Award in the 2006 ForeWord Book of the Year competition, this groundbreaking revised and updated book describes the unique challenges of women and girls with Autism Syndrome Disorder. In it, you’ll read candid stories written by the indomitable women who have lived them. You’ll also hear from experts who discuss whether “ASD girls” are slipping under the radar, undiagnosed; practical solutions school systems can implement for girls; social tips for teenage girls, navigating puberty, the transition to work or university, and the importance of careers.

Table contents:

Adaptations to Autism – Tony Attwood & Michelle Garnett
The Introvert
The “Intrusive” Extrovert
The “Camouflaging” Extrovert
The Developmental Profile of Girls and Women with Autism
The Stages in Camouflaging Autism
Consequences of Camouflaging
Diagnostic Instruments
Psychological Effects of Camouflaging
References
Deep Self-Advocacy:Communicating What’s True When It Can’t Be Spoken – Catherine Faherty
Asking for Help
Professionals May Unintentionally Prevent Self-Advocacy
A Word About “Compliance Training”
Another Approach is Needed
Communication Forms
Communication Forms Addressing Possible Negligence, Assault, Violence
How Am I Doing?
About Some Things
Introducing the Communication Forms: “How Am I Doing?” and “About Some Things”
Follow-Up Discussion
Silent Conversations by Typing
Being Straightforward and Direct is Essential
Please Share These Communication Forms
Educating the Female Student with Autism – Sheila Wagner, MEd
The Role of Training
Educational Programs for the Female Student with Autism
Academic Modifications and Alternatives for Instruction
Social Skills Assessment and Intervention
Social/Sexual Issues, the School Environment, and Females with Autism
References:
Girl to Girl: Advice on Friendship, Bullying, and Fitting In – Lisa Iland
1. How You See Yourself
2. “Find Your Tribe” — Social Structures
3. Meeting Social Expectations
4. Bullying and Mean Girls
References:
Preparing for Puberty and Beyond – Mary Wrobel, MA CSS/SLP
Understanding Changes During Puberty
Traditional Puberty Instruction
Demonstrating Modesty and Hygiene Skills
Tracking Physical Development
Teaching Physical Growth and Development
Preparing for Menstruation
Teaching Sex Education
Addressing Personal Safety
Anxiety, Depression, and Suicide
Concluding Thoughts
Negotiating the Transition from High School to the Great Beyond – Teresa Bolick, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Young Women, Parents, and “Home”
Young Women, College, and AS
Young Women, Parents, and Working Partnerships
Young Women, Parents, and Work
Take-Home Tips
Some Helpful Resources
Aspie Dos and Dont’s: Dating, Relationships, and Marriage – Jennifer McIlwee Myers
What the ASD Girl Doesn’t Need
Happiness Is …?
Love Conquers What?
The Suitable Partner
Appearances Count, But How?
Where Is the Love?
What the Autistic Girl DOES Need
Relationships Skills for Autistic Girls
Talk About It
Let’s Talk About Sex (Heaven Help Us)
How I Did It
In Conclusion
Maternal Instincts and Autism – Ruth Snyder, RN
Ten Years Later:An Update for Autism and Girls
For Me, a Good Career Gave Life Meaning2nd Edition – Temple Grandin, PhD
Temple Tells About Her Experiences
Friends Through Shared Interests
Views on Marriage
Poor Student in High School
Career Makes Life Worthwhile
What is My Identity?
What Gives Life Meaning?
Common Last Names are Careers
Diagnosis is Helpful with Relationships
Looking Back Across the Generations

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