The Autism Couple's Workbook, Second Edition Contributor(s): Aston, Maxine (Author) |
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ISBN: 1785928910 ISBN-13: 9781785928918 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $26.55 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2020 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders - Psychology | Psychotherapy - Couples & Family |
Dewey: 616.858 |
LCCN: 2021443097 |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.7" W x 9.5" (0.95 lbs) 240 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This updated edition of Maxine Aston's workbook is packed full of insightful, helpful and easily accessible activities for couples where one or both partners is on the autism spectrum to understand and accept their differences. This book expands on topics including verbal and non-verbal communication, sexual issues, socialising and parenting, with case studies from couples who have successfully worked through their issues. This edition is fully updated for the DSM-V and features new research into alexithymia, further insights into couples counselling, digital communication and sensory sensitivity, with new worksheets and opportunities for collaboration and reflection. Combining advice, guidance and activities, this book can be used independently by a couple at home or in conjunction with a therapist, encouraging communication and empathy to help make a neurodiverse relationship successful. |