Normal People Scare Me (XAD Norma 2006) In the film, Cross offers a quirky and refreshing interview style as he asks questions including: “Do you like being autistic?”; “What do you want to be when you grow up?”; and Have you been teased? Interviews with over 65 individuals offer powerful, poignant insight to the joys […]
Tag: adult life
Making Self-Employment Work for People with Disabilities
Making Self-Employment Work for People with Disabilities by Cary Griffin and David Hammis. (XAD Griffi 2003) This book focuses on how to identify and utilize the critical business supports necessary for the development of self-employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Specific topics covered include the role of community rehabilitation personnel and vocational rehabilitation counselors and […]
Love, Sex, and Long-Term Relationships: What people with Asperger Syndrome Really, Really Want
Love, Sex, and Long-Term Relationships: What people with Asperger Syndrome Really, Really Want by Sarah Hendricks. ( XAD Hendr 2008) For the first time people with AS discuss their desires, needs and preferences in their own words. AS attitudes to issues such as gender, sexual identity and infidelity are included, as well as positive advice […]
Autism-Asperger’s and Sexuality: Puberty and Beyond
Autism-Asperger’s and Sexuality: Puberty and Beyond by Jerry Newport and Mary Newport. (XAD Newpo 2002) This is a personal look at the sexual challenges of those diagnosed with autism or Asperger’s Syndrome. The authors were both diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome as adults. They spent much of their lives trying to be “normal” and never quite […]
How to Find Work that Works for People with Asperger Syndrome
How to Find Work that Works for People with Asperger Syndrome ) by Gail Hawkins. (XAD Hawki 2004 This book guides readers through the entire process of gaining employment, from building a supportive team, identifying and addressing workplace challenges, to securing an appropriate position. Including practical tips on topics such as finding potential employers and […]
Job Related Social Skills
Job Related Social Skills by Marjorie Montague, Ph.D., and Kathryn A. Lunch, Ph.D. (XAT Monta 1991) This curriculum of 18 essential social skills for getting—and keeping– jobs is designed for special needs students. It includes scripts, role plays,overhead backlines, student materials, assessment materials, and activities. Pp. 350. If available, item can be checked out from […]
Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome
Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome by Jerry Newport. (XAD Newpo 2001) Newport, an adult with Asperger’s Syndrome, has an enthusiasm for life. He encourages teens and other adults on the spectrum to really love themselves, live life to the fullest, and not be afraid […]
Solutions for Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome
Solutions for Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome: Maximizing the Benefits,Minimizing the Drawbacks to Achieve Success by Juanita Lovett. (XAD Lovet 2005) Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome have potential strengths such as intense concentration and high intelligence, but they also have potential weaknesses like poor social skills and anger. Lovett shares information about Asperger’s including tips to build […]
Asperger Syndrome Employment Workbook
Asperger Syndrome Employment Workbook: An Employment Workbook for Adults With Asperger Syndromeby Roger N. Meyer and Tony Attwood. (XAD Meyer 2001) This practical manual will enable people diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome and high functioning autism to deepen their self-understanding and appreciate their value as working individuals. Through step-by-step self-assessment, the reader is encouraged to engage […]
Life and Love: Positive Strategies for Autistic Adults
Life and Love: Positive Strategies for Autistic Adults by Zosia Zaks and Temple Grandin. (XAD Zaks 2006) Written for adults with autism, this book describes and suggests concrete ways to deal with challenges that may arise in areas of both daily life and love, covering everything from grocery shopping to getting along better with family […]