| Life and Love: Positive Strategies for Autistic Adults Contributor(s): Zaks, Zosia (Author), Grandin, Temple (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1931282935 ISBN-13: 9781931282932 Publisher: Aapc Publishing OUR PRICE: $25.16 Product Type: Paperback Published: July 2006 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: Written for adults on the spectrum and those involved ? parents, spouses, friends ? this book is divided into two sections: life and love. In the life section, the author describes and suggests concrete ways to deal with some of the issues and problems faced by those on the autism spectrum. Examples include how to accommodate sensory issues, maintain a home, and manage a career. In the love section, instead of focusing on one topic, such as dating, the author includes a broad spectrum of suggestions for different types of relationships and weaves these together with the core concept of self-esteem. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders |
| Dewey: 616.858 |
| LCCN: 2006925998 |
| Physical Information: 0.95" H x 6.04" W x 8.98" (1.36 lbs) 386 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Mentally Challenged |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Written for adults on the spectrum and those involved - parents, spouses, friends - this book is divided into two sections: life and love. In the life section, the author describes and suggests concrete ways to deal with some of the issues and problems faced by those on the autism spectrum. Examples include how to accommodate sensory issues, maintain a home, and manage a career. In the love section, instead of focusing on one topic, the author includes a broad spectrum of suggestions for different types of relationships and weaves these together with the core concept of self-esteem. |
Contributor Bio(s): Zaks, Zosia: - Zosia Zaks, MS, MEd, CRC, was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome as an adult at the age of 31. Having devised many creative strategies and methods to address autism-related issues over the years, she now speaks and conducts workshops nationally on issues of importance to the autistic community and consults with adults, families, and couples on the spectrum to find ways to meet challenges based on autistic strengths. She also serves on the advisory board of the Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership (GRASP). Zosia lives just outside New York City with her wife, Gena, their daughters, Ruby and Eislyn, and their cat, Zero. She is a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825 and also runs the Intelligirl Jewelry Maker virtual jewelry website. |