Survival Strategies for People on the Autism Spectrum (Paperback)

~ (Author) "This book represents my second publication on autism to be released, following my autobiography Making Sense of the Unfeasible, also published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers,..." (more)
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Product Description

Marc Fleisher's new self-help guide for autistic teenagers and adults will help readers improve their quality of life and overcome many everyday challenges, be it through the acquisition of independent living skills, developing a more varied and fulfilling social life, or mastering a course in higher education and broadening one's opportunities for the future. Marc Fleisher speaks from first hand experience about the coping strategies he himself has had to learn - often the hard way. Written particularly for young people who are just beginning to become independent from their parents, perhaps living in their own home for the first time, this book shows how to approach apparent problems with hope and the expectation of an improved quality of life. "Survival Strategies" is an invaluable source of advice and reassurance for people with ASDs across a wide age range. Other readers such as relatives and friends of people on the autism spectrum, and professionals working with them in an educational or therapeutic capacity will find it provides a host of new insights.

About the Author

Marc Fleisher was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at the age of 11. A public speaker on autism, he also has a love of mathematics and holds a masters degree in maths from Brunel University. Mark is a patron of a local sports club for children with disabilities where he is a tennis coach. He is the author of Making Sense of the Unfeasible, also published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 195 pages
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers (November 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1843102617
• ISBN-13: 978-1843102618
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,507,890 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)