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Working with Adults with Asperger Syndrome: A Practical Toolkit

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Carol Hagland worked as a chartered clinical psychologist in the NHS for over thirty years, the last ten years being in the field of learning disabilities. During that time she developed a particular interest in Asperger's syndrome, and worked with many clients and their families or carers, providing diagnoses, counselling and advice about care and support.
Introduction.; Chapter 1. Understanding Others.; Chapter 2. Communication.; Chapter 3. Need for Sameness.; Chapter 4. Odd Social Behaviour.; Chapter 5. Memory and Attention.; Chapter 6. Daily Living Skills.; Chapter 7. Managing Emotions.; Chapter 8. Friends and Relationships.; Chapter 9. Sexuality and Relationships.; Chapter 10. Mental Health. Diagnostic Criteria - Gillberg & Gillberg (1986). Additional Reading and Information. Index.
Working with Adults with Asperger Syndrome provides a workbook developed from the experiences of many working with Asperger Syndrome patients, and this represents a treasure trove of tested approaches that can be used in groups or with individuals. From communication and mental health to exercises and case histories to encourage interaction, it's a winning guide any mental health library needs.
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