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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
Current price:
$19.95
Publication Date: September 30th, 2010
Publisher:
Future Horizons
ISBN:
9781935274162
Pages:
214
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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 the "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
Praise for The Aspie Teen's Survival Guide: Candid Advice for Teens, Tweens, and Parents, from a Young Man with Asperger's Syndrome
"The Aspie Teen’s Survival Guide is so personal, so engaging, and so immediate, it’s like having a big brother or mentor who’s 'been there' show you the way, to minimize your scrapes and bumps. No matter what your connection to Asperger’s or where you are in your AS journey, this is an invaluable source of validation, inspiration, and information … you can keep on using these tips the rest of your life." Rudy Simone Author of Asperger’s on the Job and Aspergirls
