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Tony Attwood (Author)
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Publication Date: 1 Oct 1997 | ISBN-10: 1853025771 | ISBN-13: 978-1853025778
Tony Attwood here provides a comprehensive guide designed to assist parents and professionals with the identification and treatment of both children and adults with Asperger's syndrome. The book provides a description and analysis of the unusual characteristics of the syndrome and practical strategies to reduce those that are most conspicuous or debilitating. Beginning with a chapter on diagnosis, including an assessment test, the text covers all aspects of the syndrome from language to social behaviour to motor clumsiness, concluding with a chapter on the questions most frequently asked by those who come into contact with individuals with the syndrome.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very accessible but short on evalaution studies. 24 Feb 2002
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Format:Paperback
A very readable account of AS and its features. However, despite its popularity it is a book that I would have as second choice behind the work of Asperger Syndrome by Val Cumine et al. Attwood is a bit short on evaluation studies for some of the approaches he recommends, e.g. the social stories approach. If you are a parent or an Aspergee then go ahead and buy it; but you may find yourself buying something else to give your more substantial information on intervention programmes.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Safe Choice 27 Jan 2006
By Suzie
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If you are looking for a respectable, straightforward guide to Asperger Syndrome then you will be happy with Tony Attwood's well written and thoughtful offering. This book is one of the best sellers on the subject, and has remained popular despite many similar books continually coming on to the market. It covers diagnosis, social behaviour, language, interests and routine, motor clumsiness, cognition, sensory sensitivity, and frequently asked questions, and includes helpful summaries of practical advice at the end of each chapter. It is easy read but still a very comprehensive introduction, and while it focuses mainly on children, it can be relevant to adults with the diagnosis too. It's not perfect, but nonetheless I consider this book to be helpful and sensitive, and if you are the parent of a child with AS and you are only going to read one book on the subject then this one would be a good choice.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely informative, essential reading 17 Dec 1999
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This book is by far the best publication i have ever read concerning AS. Whether you have just received a new diagnosis or you are already living with the effects of an AS child in your family, this book is an essential guide. It will expand your knowledge on the areas you are already familiar with, and also give you a firm, clear understanding of the whole spectrum of AS. When i read this book, my son had just received his diagnosis and it helped me as a parent understand. Nearly two years on i am still dipping into it for advice. I would strongly recommend this book. It is reader friendly, terminolology is clearly explained. It is not a typical heavy duty text book that has be ploughed through! When you read this book, it as if you are being introduced to your own child. If you can understand the AS, then you can understand your child 100% better!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Aspergers guide for parents and professionals
Bought this as my grandson was diagnosed with aspergers very informative book would reccomend to any one that needs some information
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Published 1 month ago by MrsTJames
5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful and informative
Our son's paediatrician recommended us this book for us to read. I've personally found it an exceptionally good read and gave me an insight in such a misunderstood syndrome. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Maruxa
5.0 out of 5 stars A must if you are affected by Asperger's
This book was recommended by the specialists who gave my child his diagnosis, and if you are the parent or carer of a child with Asperger's it is worth buying. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Cris
1.0 out of 5 stars at best mediocre
i didn't get the appeal of this book, it semed to be written by someone who wants to use his own status and superiority to mock the less fortunate.. Read more
Published on 26 Sep 2009 by T. E. Roberts
5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I needed
Brilliant book. As a Special Needs Teacher I find this book invaluable- clear and honest
Published on 16 July 2009 by Brian Kearney
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have
A must-have for parents. Just facts, lots of them and manages to reassure without a hint of sentimentality. There are many books to buy but ths should be the first.
Published on 9 May 2009 by Annie C
5.0 out of 5 stars Used as a starting point to get info on Aspergers
Bought this book just before we were expecting out 7 year old son to be diagnosed Aspergers. He was, and I have found this book very helpful in trying to understand our new life. Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2009 by J. Murrell
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful Tool To Convince Those Who Deal With People With Asperger...
I have noticed Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals has motivated some parents with AS kids to understand the specifics of AS. Read more
Published on 28 Oct 2008 by edrm
4.0 out of 5 stars Asperger's syndrome a guide for parents and professionals
I read this book when I had the first AS child in my class. It is a very good introduction to the subject and is easy to read.
Published on 29 Dec 2007 by A nonny mouse
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