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Coming Out Asperger explores the complexity of diagnosis for
Asperger Syndrome, the drawbacks and benefits of disclosing a
diagnosis of a "hidden disability," and how this impinges on
self-esteem. The contributors include some of the best-known and
most exciting writers in the field of Asperger Syndrome (AS) today,
and include individuals on the autism spectrum, parents and
professionals. The broad range of the chapters, which draw on
anecdotal, professional and research-based evidence, make this book
a comprehensive and highly original consideration of the
implications of an AS diagnosis. The ever-difficult question of who
to tell and when once a diagnosis has been confirmed is discussed
in great depth. Liane Holliday Willey and Stephen Shore examine the
dynamics of disclosure, its risks and the possible effect on
self-confidence. Jacqui Jackson looks at how a diagnosis impacts
upon family life. Tony Attwood provides a clinician's view of
diagnosing adults, and Lynne Moxon, Wendy Lawson, Dora Georgiou and
Jane Meyerding discuss adult issues surrounding disclosure,
including how to deal with relationships and sexuality, and
disclosure in the workplace, as well as social and disability
issues. A unique and fascinating insight into the important issue
of diagnosis disclosure, this book is an essential guide for people
with AS, parents, teachers, professionals and all those who have
ever felt confused about revealing a personal issue.
Jacqui Jackson has seven children. Luke (author of "Freaks, Geeks
and Asperger Syndrome") has Asperger syndrome, Joe has ADHD and Ben
has autism. Life is anything but straightforward, but the chaos of
the Jacksons' lives is threaded through with humour and common
sense.;Full of anecdotes, this title explains vividly what it is
like to parent young people with such a range of conditions and
provides helpful and creative advice for other parents and carers.
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