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The Asperger Teen's Toolkit

The Asperger Teen's Toolkit

Francis Musgrave | Dr Christopher Morrell

(2017)

Abstract

Dealing with the everyday realities facing teens with Asperger Syndrome, this book presents a toolkit of tried-and-trusted ideas to help them work through difficulties and find the solutions that work best for them.

This book covers everything they need to know to thrive in their adolescent years, including how to hack your own internal alarm system to overcome anxiety and other difficult emotions.

It also arms teenagers with everything they need to navigate sexuality and relationships, develop a healthy self-image, deal with bullies, be smart with money and stay savvy online... In short, no issue is left unexplored.

Fun and informative, this is a must-read for teens with high-functioning autism, and for those who want to understand what adolescence is like on the spectrum.


I personally love the fact that the toolkit covers so many really up to date and relevant areas ... The Asperger Teen's Toolkit will most certainly help so many young people navigate the complexities of adolescence and will also benefit parents, carers and teaching staff.
Dr Christopher Morrell DclinPsy, MSc, BSc, AFBPsS, Chartered Clinical Psychologist
Written in teen-savvy language and with a focus on empowering the individual, with explanatory illustrations and stand-alone sections on sexuality, power in relationships, gender, gaming and social media, this is an invaluable up-to-the-minute resource for any teen with Asperger's syndrome.
Kate E. Reynolds, autism mother and trainer, and author of Sexuality and Severe Autism, the Sexuality and Safety with Tom and Ellie series, and What to Do about Smearing.
At last, accessible and helpful advice specifically for teens (not only those with Asperger's, but other neurodevelopmental difficulties as well). Assisting communication, it is a tool that could strengthen relationships within families as it gives a clear framework for whole family involvement, [with] well organised, practical, easy-to-implement strategies. A great resource not only for young people, but also parents/carers and professionals alike.
Sue Jinks, Paediatric occupational therapist specialising in neurodevelopmental difficulties and autism
A truly inspiring and reassuring book ... Francis has provided an honest but thoughtful approach to tackling the ever adapting path through teenage years into young adulthood. It's the perfect book for not only ASD teens but also for parents wanting to lovingly guide them on this journey.
Kristian Clarke, qualified youth worker and mother of two beautiful daughters with ASD, ADHD and OCD
Francis Musgrave is the author of The Asperger Children's Toolkit. He founded AS Active, a social enterprise supporting families of children with autism and Asperger Syndrome.

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
The Asperger Teen’s Toolkit by Francis Musgrave 3
Foreword 8
Introduction 10
1. Relationships 17
Self-Image 19
Gender, Sexual Identity and Self‑Expression 25
Relationships and Sex 31
Dealing with Bullies and Difficult People 37
Social Media 43
2. Wellbeing 51
Your Brain: From Here to Maturity 53
Depression: How to Stay Buoyant When You Don’t Feel up to It 61
Dealing with Anger and Emotions 69
Self-medication, Substance Abuse, Alcohol and Drugs 75
Self-harming 81
When It All Gets Too Much 87
Health and Comfort Food 93
3. Interests 99
Music, Feeling and Emotion: Sound Waves to Brain Waves 101
Gaming Obsession 107
Why Pets Are Good at Fixing Your Brain 113
Acting, Drama and Role Play 119
Being Smart With Money 125
Build Your Own Pyramid of Strength 133
Index 135
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