Have you ever been called a freak or a geek? Have you ever felt like one? Luke Jackson is 13 years old and has Asperger Syndrome. Over the years Luke has learned to laugh at such names but there are other aspects of life which are more difficult. Adolescence and the teenage years are a minefield of emotions, transitions and decisions and when a child has Asperger Syndrome, the result is often explosive. Luke writes briefly about his younger autistic and AD/HD brothers, providing amusing insights into the antics of his younger years and advice for parents, carers and teachers of younger AS children. However, his main reason for writing was because "so many books are written about us, but none are written directly to adolescents with Asperger Syndrome. I thought I would write one in the hope that we could all learn together".
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As an individual with Asperger's syndrome, I thought that it portrayed Asperger's syndrome perfectly, I could relate to almost all of it. The humour worked really well, because AS is normally portrayed really negatively. So, in summary, it made me laugh, cry, and realise that having AS isn't such a bad thing after all.
So, if Luke Jackson ever reads this, then very well done! I thoroughly enjoyed every page of it!!!
Jennifer Jackson
So, if Luke Jackson ever reads this, then very well done! I thoroughly enjoyed every page of it!!!
Jennifer Jackson
35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I have an autistic son and I have found Luke's book and excellent introduction for family and friend's who want to know more about the problems my son faces and how life is for him. Luke is a talented young writer and the book is a pleasure to read, and funny as well.
"maurice" indeed needs to revise his opinions. My son follows a gluten free diet and the fact that he is given casein has never caused any problems within the support group network. I found the lists of groups provided at the back of the book to be helpful (and freely available elsewhere).
I would highly recommend this book as an introduction to autism and I believe it should be read by *all* school teachers given the increasing numbers of autistic children entering the mainstream school system.
54 of 56 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I have a teenage son who was diagnosed last year with Mixed Developmental Disorder, including ASD/AS. I borrowed this book in the hope that he would read it and understand a little about his condition. Obviously I myself am trying to learn and understand 'what makes him tick'and bagan to read it before him. Sentence after sentence, page after page it appeared that Luke (the books author and subject)and my son could be the same person and my son could indeed have written this book himself. My son, being sceptical of having this condition at first refused to read it, but after becoming agitated with me reading out the many parallels to his own life, took the book from my hands stating that he was going to find a page where something would prove that he indeed was different from Luke and did not have this condition. After dipping into the book randomly for 20 minutes trying to find something that would prove the professionals, myself and everyone else wrong he admitted defeat. Every sentence/ paragraph he had attempted to read out to me further added to the evidence against his own beliefs. It has challenged his own perceptions of himself and whilst he is still outwardly in denial about his condition there is no doubt that this book has had a great impact on him and he is definately more willing to find out more. To this end, the book has been a complete success, it has broken through a barrier of denial that for a long time has seemed impossible to penetrate. It doesn't offer any 'fixes' and I think Mothers will find this book more helpful than Fathers insofar as women very often need 'insight' and men very often need to find a solution. This book is definately now on my wish list.... Read more ›
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Im 15 years old and I was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome (AS) last year and reading this book has changed my life. Before I was told I had AS, I was always picked on for being different and sometimes I was so depressed and felt so alone, I wouldn't get out of bed for days. When I was diagnosed, I was told to read this book by a family friend and in doing so, my life changed. Luke Jackson, the author of the book writes about the everyday struggles that AS sufferers have to deal with, and after I finished the book, i thought 'Im not alone, there are other people who know what im going through'. Now I have turned my life around and I am looking foward to my future. Luke Jackson, i just want to say 'Thank You' for making me realise that im not a freak.
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By UK mum
Format:Paperback
I have twins too. one with Aspergere's Syndrome and ADHD combined and the other with a different learning disabilities but with Aspie tendencies. my son is also on a special diet as well as medication as he is slowly being weaned down. He does not follow the GFCF diet but his diet is specialised to his needs and more towards his ADHD. Your book Luke, touched my heart. I have been there (and still am!)but I did not know what life was like behind some of my son's closed doors and you helped me to see that by sharing your life and your family's. You are all stars and i salute you all. The diets are so difficult at times and you made me laugh and cry over it all. My son laughed at your brother with ADHD going real quiet on the diet and wanting to get in the kitchen. he laughed cos he did this too, he laughed WITH him not at him :O) I havent seen the programme yet but I am looking forward to it on video here.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By S. Browne
Format:Paperback
As a parent of a 5 year old boy who comes in the 'complex disorders' category; maybe AS, maybe ASD, maybe ADD/HD, maybe OCD... the list goes on, I found this book very heart warming and useful. Luke describes many traits that my son has, and advises how to deal with/ adjust to and understand these behaviours and unique ways of seeing and interpreting the world. I was so happy to gain these insights and to 'hear' Luke, brimming with intelligence and enthusiasm for his mission of enlightening us all, refer to his own experiences and slant on things.
Positive and uplifting. Highly recommended for parents, and also of course teachers and AS people amongst others (saving this for my son when he's old enough to read it).
Thanks Luke :)
Positive and uplifting. Highly recommended for parents, and also of course teachers and AS people amongst others (saving this for my son when he's old enough to read it).
Thanks Luke :)
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Excellent Book
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I found Luke's style very readable and finished it in a few evenings - not quite up to Luke's standard of reading but close enough:)... Read more
Published 29 days ago by Dreamweaver
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What an insight?
I work with chilldren with ASD, so this was an unique insight, so well written, funny and helpful. A must for anyone with children on the ASD spectrum; whatever their age.
Published 1 month ago by karen capell
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Great read.
Fantastic book would definitely recommend to any family who has someone with an ASD. A great read for adults and children alike.
Published 1 month ago by hyacinth 42
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Great Book
Great reading was very helpfull in understanding aspergers, Daughter got great comfort knowing others have similar problems. Would recomend to all parents and teachers
Published 1 month ago by Barbara Ashe
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Every family needs this!
Bought for my 14yr old son, who didn't put it down until he quickly finished it. Absolutely brilliant read not just for him to identify with BUT it has been great for the rest of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr WJF Kingdon
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Brilliams
Just one word to describe this book "brilliant". Easy to read and understand. One of the best books on the market to get someone to understand Aspergers
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. Ep Jones
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A 'must read'
I have two young grandsons with AS and upon reading this book have been made aware of how they feel about situations in life. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Patj
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Freaks Geeks and Aspergers syndrome
I would recommend this book for any child that has Aspergers as it is written by a child for a child with great understanding of the syndrome as the author has Aspergers. Read more
Published 2 months ago by mp mckenny
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Great book
I bought this for my teenage daughter to read, however, I have been reading it instead. Its a great and witty read from another sufferer and has definitely helped me to get into... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Splodger
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Really impressed
Very impressed with this book and would recommend it to all parents with kids with AS. I found this book invaluable
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