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The Other Half of Asperger Syndrome

by Maxine C. Aston · 2001

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Based on academic research, experiences as a counselor specializing in this area and personal relationship experiences, the author uses quotations and real-life examples to illustrate her points with a compassionate understanding. Practical everyday topics include living and coping with AS, anger and AS, getting the message across, sex and AS, parenting, staying together, and "AS cannot be blamed for everything."

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Subject
psychology
Themes
medicalrelationships
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adult

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