| Asperger's Syndrome and Mindfulness: Taking Refuge in the Buddha Contributor(s): Mitchell, Chris (Author) |
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ISBN: 1843106868 ISBN-13: 9781843106869 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $20.77 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2008 Annotation: Understanding who you are can be lonely and difficult following the diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome (AS). Asperger's Syndrome and Mindfulness illuminates this as an empowering path of discovery through the teachings of Buddhism. Chris Mitchell draws parallels between the experience of his own journey towards personhood through AS and the spiritual tenants of Theravada Buddhism, as outlined through the Eightfold Path. Worry and anxiety, confusing desires or negative thoughts are among the everyday hindrances a person with AS faces. This book takes the reader through key beliefs of Theravadic Buddhism, such as Mindfulness and the Four Noble Truths, showing how practices such as Insight Meditation can lead to a positive resolution of these feelings. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders - Religion | Buddhism - Theravada |
| Dewey: 616.858 |
| LCCN: 2008019689 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 5.6" W x 9.1" (0.40 lbs) 144 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Contributor Bio(s): Mitchell, Chris: - Chris Mitchell was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome in 1998, when he was 20 years old. Having completed an MA (Hons) in Information and Library Management, he currently works at Durham County Council. He is an active advocate for raising awareness of the positive aspects of AS, giving talks, seminars and workshops throughout the UK. He also offers mentoring and support services for school leavers and students entering higher education with AS. Chris has written an autobiography of his own experience of AS, entitled Glass Half-Empty, Glass Half-Full: How Asperger's Syndrome Has Changed My Life and practices meditation in his spare time. |