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A"This book is not only reassuring; it is inspiring, and bursting with ideas and achievable strategies. The authors write with authority and conviction, and tackle even the most difficult and delicate of topics. If ever you needed to be convinced that girls with ASD can overcome the difficulties and challenges of puberty and adolescence, have successful friendships and relationships and enjoy a healthy sexuality, then take the time to read this book-it is a must-have for families, teachers and therapists alike.A"-Sarah Attwood, author of Making Sense of Sex: A Forthright Guide to Puberty, Sex and Relationships for People with Asperger's SyndromeA"The authors tackle an important and sensitive issue for young people with ASC. The information presented is based in research and presented clearly in a most usable format. I would not hesitate to recommend this book to young people (it might even help a few boys!) with ASC and their parents.A"- --E. Veronica Bliss, psychologist and Director of Missing Link Support Services, Ltd
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Growing up isn't easy, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager can be particularly confusing for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). This book covers all the concerns commonly faced by girls with ASDs and their parents, from periods and puberty to worries over friendships and 'fitting in'. Taking a good look at these adolescent issues, and many more, within the context of specific areas of difficulty for girls with ASDs, the authors provide families with the knowledge and advice they need to help their daughters - and the whole family - through the teenage years.This book addresses core issues such as cognition, communication, behavior, sensory sensitivities, and social difficulties. It gives candid and realistic advice on a wide range of important teenage topics. Providing professional perspectives alongside personal experiences from mothers, daughters and educators, this is a unique and indispensable guide for families and their daughters with ASDs, as well as the teachers and professionals who work with them.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is fantastic for anyone who has close contact with any girls growing up with Autism. It provides a clear and very readable description of how to help young girls with autism cope with life - with a large section on dealing with the physical changes that come with puberty. This is excellent for parents and pastoral carers. I read this as I was interested in the differences between boys and girls with Autism and the book was illuminating. There are strategies to cope and help your girl(s) to cope with every aspect of growing up:friendships, sexuality, periods, self confidence and personal safety. Each chapter is peppered with case studies, which are fascinating to read and helpful in providing individual perspectives. The final chapter is a longer case study written by a mother and her daughter with ASD.
I would encourage anyone dealing with adolescent girls to read this - some of the ideas are useful for all girls not just those with ASD. My only criticism would be the US-centric focus of this book, as with so many adolescent psychology books.
A worthwile read.
I would encourage anyone dealing with adolescent girls to read this - some of the ideas are useful for all girls not just those with ASD. My only criticism would be the US-centric focus of this book, as with so many adolescent psychology books.
A worthwile read.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Thought this would be useful but it is too heavy going and was looking for more of a quick fact finder.
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Wishing I had this book while growing up on the spectrum!
12 Jan 2009
Format:Paperback
As one of the many women who contributed their experiences to flesh-out this book, I knew this would be a cathartic look at my earlier years. Although I am a self-diagnosed Aspie upon my son's official diagnosis of Autism, I could identify with the myriad traits and antecdotes of other women in the same boat. I applaud the authors for their dedication to shed light on the inner workings of the female psyche, neurotypical or otherwise. Most of the strategies can be used in guiding all girls through the adventures in adolescence!
Although I was excited to participate in this book project, reading it ripped open wounds from long ago. I had forgotten how exactly the pain felt until reading the passages in Chapter 9. It cannot be said enough how much the effects of childhood torment plays into how people attempt to forge a social life. Navigating the school years is tough enough even for typical children.
Some of us never have that innate sense of 'when to do what and how to do it'. As any parent, I want to spare my children undue pain. However, I don't want to handicap them further by sparing them the experiences of conflict that serve to aid their maturity. This book is a resource that should be in every parent's arsenal for raising their daughter who happens to be on the Autism Spectrum.
Although I was excited to participate in this book project, reading it ripped open wounds from long ago. I had forgotten how exactly the pain felt until reading the passages in Chapter 9. It cannot be said enough how much the effects of childhood torment plays into how people attempt to forge a social life. Navigating the school years is tough enough even for typical children.
Some of us never have that innate sense of 'when to do what and how to do it'. As any parent, I want to spare my children undue pain. However, I don't want to handicap them further by sparing them the experiences of conflict that serve to aid their maturity. This book is a resource that should be in every parent's arsenal for raising their daughter who happens to be on the Autism Spectrum.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Excellent and much-needed resource
8 Dec 2008
Format:Paperback
This book is thorough, quite parent-friendly, and valuable. It has a lot of practical suggestions for everything from teaching autistic young women how to handle their menstrual cycles to addressing the issue of fashion/trends to the potential physiological bases for the different manifestations of autism in boys and girls.
The sections on sexuality are, IMO, particularly valuable: parents of people with disabilities often don't want to face these issues because the future can be so scary to contemplate. I saw Shana Nichols talk on this topic at a conference and it was a real eye-opener for me.
The sections on sexuality are, IMO, particularly valuable: parents of people with disabilities often don't want to face these issues because the future can be so scary to contemplate. I saw Shana Nichols talk on this topic at a conference and it was a real eye-opener for me.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Compassionate, helpful & readable
24 Dec 2008
Format:Paperback
This book is very helpful for parents of autistic girls, as well as for educators and those who work with girls on the autistic spectrum. It delicately and compassionately handles the particular problems that girls on the autistic spectrum face as they go through puberty. It makes excellent suggestions and gives tangible ideas to both the autistic girl and her parents as the youngster makes the transition from child to young woman. The book is very well researched, yet remains very readable. It can certainly help parents to feel that they are not "alone" and that the authors really have studied this and know what they are talking about. Highly recommended.
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