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Informationen zum Autor Tony Attwood, PhD, is a clinical psychologist from Brisbane, Australia, with over 30 years of experience with individuals with autism spectrum disorders. He is currently Adjunct Professor at Griffith University in Queensland. Klappentext Providing a description and analysis of the unusual characteristics of Asperger's syndrome, with strategies to reduce those that are most conspicuous and debilitating, this guide brings together the most relevant and useful information on all aspects of the syndrome, from language and social behavior to motor clumsiness. Incorporating case studies from the author's own practical experience, the book contains many examples of, and numerous quotations from, people with Asperger's syndrome. Zusammenfassung Covering the available literature in full! this guide brings together the most relevant and useful information on Asperger's Syndrome! incorporating case studies from the author's own practical experience as a Clinical Psychologist! with examples of! and numerous quotations from people with Asperger's Syndrome. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface. 1.Diagnosis. 2.Social Behaviour. 3.Language. 4.Interests and Routine. 5.Motor Clumsiness. 6.Cognition. 7.Sensory Sensitivity. 8.Frequently Asked Questions. References. Appendices: Resource Material on Emotions and Friendship and Diagnostic Criteria. Index.
