Acknowledgments. Introduction. 1. To Disclose or Not to Disclose: The Positives and Pitfalls of Autism Disclosure. 2. Entering theDating Arena. 3. Flirting: Giving and Reading Signals. 4. Caution: Read Before Dating. 5. Getting Ready for the Big Night. 6. Interview orInterrogation. 7. She Likes Me, She Likes Me Not: Assessing the Aftermath of the Date. 8. Dating Pointers. 9. What is a Relationship? 10. AreAll Relationships Created Equally? 11. What Type of Woman is Right for Me? 12. Qualities Found in an Ideal Girlfriend. 13. Communication isthe Key. 14. Aspie and Autie Pitfalls in Relationships. 15. How to Attempt to Make a Relationship Work. 16. Meeting Her Family and Friends.17. Sex: The Double Edged Sword. Conclusion. Autism and Relationships Glossary. Useful Resources.
Description
John Miller's book is aimed at the male with autism seeking a female partner. John is an adult with autism himself who is married with a child... He shares some of his personal experiences and professional practice as a teacher of students with Autism Spectrum Conditions along with his guidance and advice... Sections of the book are extremely valuable, particularly in the realms of teaching and awareness in social expectations and making the relationship work... There is much that any adult with autism can learn from this book, regardless of whether they are seeking a partner or not.