| Sex, Drugs and Asperger's Syndrome (ASD): A User Guide to Adulthood Contributor(s): Jackson, Luke (Author), Attwood, Anthony (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1849056455 ISBN-13: 9781849056458 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $26.55 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders - Family & Relationships | Autism Spectrum Disorders |
| Dewey: 618.928 |
| LCCN: 2015027315 |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (0.80 lbs) 208 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Mentally Challenged |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Luke Jackson's unabridged and sparkling sequel to his best-selling user guide to adolescence Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome is the must-read handbook for teenagers and young adults on the autism spectrum. With devastating clarity, Luke focuses on the pitfalls involved in navigating the transition to adulthood, and the challenges of adult life. He covers everything from bullying and drugs to socialising, sex, negotiating relationships, and finding and keeping your first job. |
Contributor Bio(s): Jackson, Luke: - Luke Jackson is 13 years old and has three sisters and three brothers. One of his brothers has AD/HD, one is autistic and Luke has Asperger Syndrome. Luke Jackson, Jacqui Jackson and the rest of their family were featured in a documentary on BBC2 which you can read about on the BBC website. Luke also recorded a column for BBC Radio 4's Home Truths programme. You can hear it online. Attwood, Tony: - Tony Attwood, PhD, is a clinical psychologist from Brisbane, Australia, with over 30 years of experience with individuals with autism spectrum disorders. He is currently Adjunct Professor at Griffith University in Queensland. |
