Appreciating Asperger Syndrome

Looking at the Upside - with 300 Positive Points

Brenda Boyd
Foreword by Kenneth Hall

Paperback: £12.99 / $19.95

2009, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
ISBN: 978-1-84310-625-8, BIC 2: JM VFJD JFFG

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People with Asperger Syndrome have many characteristics that are frequently seen in a negative light. Brenda Boyd shows that for every characteristic of AS that can be looked at negatively, there are several positive aspects that can be drawn on and developed. Discussing AS in general terms, she talks through the reasons why people with AS approach life in the way they do, and what an enormous contribution they make to the world. She then explores different characteristics of AS; while she acknowledges the negative perception so many people have of these characteristics, she points out the large number of advantages to the Aspergers way of thinking for individuals with AS, those around them and society as a whole. For every negative, Boyd proves there are many more positives. From their refreshing honesty to their originality and potential to become leaders rather than followers, people with AS have many admirable personality traits that should be nurtured. This book shows that by adjusting our perceptions of what is 'normal' and embracing diversity, AS can not only be understood and accepted, but appreciated.

Appreciating Asperger Syndrome is a celebration of AS which should be read by individuals with AS, family members, and anyone who knows or works professionally with individuals with AS.

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Brenda Boyd on Appreciating Asperger Syndrome

15 February 2009

"People with AS can be like a breath of fresh air in a world which contains so much pretence and artifice, simply because they are often true to themselves in a way that typical people are not. And even though the characteristic traits of AS can make life difficult and uncomfortable, they have been responsible for some of the world's greatest achievements throughout history - for example the typical AS originality, intense focus and potential to become leaders rather than followers."

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Author information

• Brenda Boyd

Subject areas

• Asperger Syndrome, Autism and other Syndromes

Keywords

• Asperger syndrome,
• children,
• high functioning autism,
• inclusive classroom,
• occupational therapy,
• parenting,
• sensory issues,
• social skills,
• special education,
• speech and language therapy

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