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Happily married to her husband with Asperger Syndrome for 25 years,
Ashley Stanford is an expert on how Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
can affect a relationship and her bestselling book has helped
thousands of couples. Brought fully up to date, this second edition
clarifies the new DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and explains how,
without a solid awareness of the condition, ASD behaviors can
easily be misinterpreted. Stanford's book provides a wealth of
strategies for living with the more uncompromising aspects of ASD,
pointing out that ASD also brings enormous strengths to a
relationship. It shows how understanding the intentions,
motivations and reasoning behind ASD behaviors can lead to better
communication, relief of tension, and ultimately to a happier, more
mutually fulfilling relationship.
Don't you wish relationships came with a manual? Ashley Stanford
has written a user's guide to relationships that adopts a practical
troubleshooting approach to resolving difficulties that will
greatly appeal to the logical minds of individuals on the autism
spectrum, as well as offering valuable guidance to their partners.
Troubleshooting identifies problems and makes them fixable. This
book presents a three-step troubleshooting process that can defuse
even the trickiest relationship dilemma. Specific problem areas are
covered in detail including communication, executive functioning,
mindblindness, attachment, intimacy, co-habiting, and raising a
family. The book offers straightforward solution-focused strategies
and additional help is given in the form of bulleted lists,
summaries, scripts, and example scenarios.
Most workplaces are a frenzied swirl of social interaction -
between employees and bosses, customers and clients, and anyone
else present. People with a mental framework better suited to
non-social tasks can often be overlooked and underutilised in such
an environment, but this book explains exactly how those with
Asperger Syndrome can get their talents recognised and become
successful and indispensable employees. Following the DSM system
and an easy to use format, Ashley Stanford addresses all of the
issues that can arise once a person with AS secures employment,
through the eyes of both employee and employer. Describing what
might be expected of any employee, she offers helpful tips and
workarounds not only to enable AS individuals achieve their fullest
potential, but to take advantage of their strengths. In a positive
and upbeat tone, she shows that with the right supports and
strategies, it is possible to overcome the day-to-day challenges
that trip up even the most savvy Aspie, including negotiating pay
rises, employer/employee relationships, team meetings, career
advancement, and choosing when to take vacation time. Drawing on
her experience as CEO of a computer software company, she also
suggests steps that employers and managers can take to improve the
working environment for people with AS, and take advantage of their
strengths to enable them to become outstanding employees. Business
for Aspies will help people with AS take steps towards achieving
happy, fulfilled and above all successful working lives. It will be
of key interest to the employers, managers, partners, and families
of people with AS.
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