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The Aspie Teen's Survival Guide: Candid Advice for Teens, Tweens, and Parents, from a Young Man with Asperger's Syndrome
Contributor(s): Kraus, J. D. (Author)
ISBN: 1935274163     ISBN-13: 9781935274162
Publisher: Future Horizons
OUR PRICE:   $17.96  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: September 2010
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BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Family & Relationships | Autism Spectrum Disorders
Dewey: 618.928
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.65 lbs) 214 pages
Themes:
- Topical - Mentally Challenged
 
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Publisher Description:

The teenage years are a time when being social is the number one priority for kids. But for kids with Asperger's who have acute social challenges, these years can be the most difficult, confusing time in their lives.

Enter J. D. Kraus, a young man who has been there, done that! He offers practical advice to his peers so they can get the most out of middle school and high school, both academically and socially. From sensory sensitivity to awkwardness, dating to driving, he tackles it all! Parents and teachers will love seeing life through J. D.'s eyes, plus Notes to Parents sections offer great advice for caregivers and educators alike.

Inside you'll find chapters on:

  • Organization and School
  • Transitioning
  • Sensory Sensitivity
  • Motor Skills and Awkwardness
  • Stress-Management
  • Bullying
  • Socializing and Friendships
  • Dating and Relationships
  • Obsessions and Creativity
  • And more!