Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Expanded EditionJessica Kingsley Publishers, 21 Eyl 2014 - 192 sayfa Compelling and witty, Liane Holliday Willey's account of growing to adulthood as an undiagnosed 'Aspie' has been read by thousands of people on and off the autism spectrum since it was first published in 1999. Bringing her story up to date, including her diagnosis as an adult, and reflecting on the changes in attitude over 15 years, this expanded edition will continue to entertain (and inform) all those who would like to know a little more about how it feels to spend your life `pretending to be normal'. |
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2 The Gap Widens and Wondering Why | 33 |
3 Losing My Way | 49 |
4 A Slow Walk Home | 66 |
5 Crossing the Bridge | 81 |
Explaining Who You Are to Those Who Care | 137 |
Survival Skills for AS College Students | 146 |
Employment Options and Responsibilities | 158 |
Organizing Your Home Life | 166 |
Coping Strategies for Sensory Perception Problems | 173 |
Thoughts for the
NonAS Support People | 179 |
Support Groups and Other Helpful Resources | 186 |
Glossary | 188 |
6 Rocking My Babies | 97 |
7 Settling In But Never Down | 112 |
8 Pretending a Little Less | 129 |
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