Mike’s Crush for Families and Mike’s Crush Instructor Manual by Tom Graves.
(XAT Grave 2011 & XAT Grave 2011 Instru)
Videos that demonstrate healthy and unhealthy high school relationships for students with autism, Asperger’s, and intellectual disabilities.
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Autistics’ Guide to Dating by Emilia Murry Ramey and Jody John Ramey.
(XAT Ramey 2008)
This book presents strategies for overcoming social skills deficits and sensory issues, to make for relationship success. Their advice includes how to choose venues for meeting people that are free from discomfiting features; coping with typical experiences such as close proximity with a partner, eye-contact, and physical intimacy, in the light of sensory issues; and moving on to extended, committed relationships, co-habiting and continuing to date after marriage. Pp. 125.
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The Guide to Dating for Teenagers with Asperger Syndrome by Jeannie Uhlenkamp.
(XAT Uhlen 2009)
For a teen with Asperger Syndrome, dating can be overwhelming.. Written in a question-and-answer format, this much-needed book offers insight and practical advice on dating challenges. Each topic is followed by Discussion Questions (to get the conversation flowing between teens and parents/teachers) and a Main Idea (which succinctly wraps up the main point). Also included are special notes to define the more illusive vocabulary and concepts of today’s dating world. Pp 129.
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What Men with Asperger Syndrome Want to Know about Women, Dating, and Relationships by Maxine Aston.
(XAD Aston 2012)
This book provides answers to men with Asperger Syndrome’s most frequently asked questions about women, dating, and relationships. Pp.208.
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Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome: Going Over the Edge by Kathy J. Marshack, PhD.
(XAD Marsh 2009)
This book contains practical steps to saving you and your relationship. Pp. 176.
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Loving the Tasmanian Devil by Maureen McCarthy Bartlet.
(XAD Bartl 2011)
In this book, the author shares the ups, the downs, the growth, and the regression in their particular AS-NT journey, the author hopes that others on a similar path may find humor, recognition, and ways to view the unique life of loving an Aspergian from a new angle. Pp. 314.
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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 for developing relationships and exploring options and choices for sexual pleasure. Pp. 144.
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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 fitting in. Yet they beat the odds by becoming one of the few married couples with autism that have not only found love, but kept it alive. Pp. 205.
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Joys and Sorrows of Living with Adult Autism by Big Bertha Evans.
(XAD Evans 2007)
The author chronicles what she has learned about her husband’s autism in a casual manner, with a Christian point of view. The writer hopes to compel others to treat people with autism more compassionately, especially health care professionals such as nurses. Pp. 107.
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Aspergers in Love: Couple Relationships and Family Affairs by Maxine C. Aston.
(XAD Aston 2003)
Comparing and contrasting both AS and non-AS partners’ viewpoints, this book frankly examines the fundamental aspects of relationships that are often complicated by Aspergers. Pp. 224.
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The Other Half of Asperger Syndrome by Maxine C. Aston.
(XAD Aston 2001)
This is a guide to living in an intimate relationship with a partner who has Asperger Syndrome. Pp. 88.
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Asperger Syndrome and Long-Term Relationships by Ashley Stanford.
(XAD Stanf 2003)
The author examines how AS behaviors may be interpreted without a solid awareness of the condition. Her book provides a wealth of solutions and offers comforting understanding to the increasing number of similar couples. Pp. 272.
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Loving Mr. Spock by Barbara Jacobs.
(XAD Jacob 2003)
This book is about falling in love with someone who has Asperger’s. It is a mystery and adventure story that is fact, not fiction, and similar stories are being experienced everywhere. This is a great insight handbook that provides invaluable practical advice. Pp. 337.
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