Raising Martians - from Crash-landing to Leaving Home: How to Help a Child with Asperger Syndrome or High-functioning Autism

Joshua Muggleton

ISBN 10: 1849050023 / ISBN 13: 9781849050029

Editore: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2011

2011. 1st Edition. Paperback. As a young person with Asperger's Syndrome, Joshua Muggleton has been through his fair share of trials and tribulations: from friendship, bullying and social situations, to obsessions and sensory issues. His book is an essential manual for parents, based on his personal experience, and his extensive knowledge of Asperger Syndrome. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: MJNA; MJW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 229 x 16. Weight in Grams: 358. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Codice articolo V9781849050029

Riassunto:

Describes the characteristics of Asperger's syndrome and how it affects a child's life at home and school.

Informazioni sull?autore: Joshua Muggleton has Asperger Syndrome. Having gained experience as an assistant psychologist, he graduated with first class honours in Psychology from the University of St Andrews, and is currently studying for a Master of Research in Clinical Psychology at the University of Birmingham. Since 2005, Joshua has been leading talks, lectures and workshops on Autism Spectrum Disorders and related issues. He has spoken to MPs in the House of Commons, and has appeared on the BBC, Channel 4, and CNN. Outside of term time, Joshua lives in Guildford, UK, with his parents, sister, and also his two younger brothers, who are both on the autism spectrum.

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Titolo: Raising Martians - from Crash-landing to ...
Casa editrice: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Data di pubblicazione: 2011
Legatura: Brossura
Condizione: New