Right Address ... Wrong Planet: Children with Asperger Syndrome Becoming Adults - Softcover

Gena Barnhill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1931282021 ISBN 13: 9781931282024

Publisher: Autism Asperger Publishing Company, 2002

Synopsis

In this much-needed resource, the author, a mother who holds a doctoral degree in autism spectrum disorders, shares the difficulties encountered by her son with Asperger Syndrome as he grew up. Rounded out by the perspectives of Brent, her adult son with AS, her husband and family members of others who have Asperger Syndrome, the book takes an important look at the truly unique issues facing adolescents and adults with Asperger Syndrome who have gone undiagnosed until late in life!

About this title

About the Author:

Gena P. Barnhill Ph.D. is a special education coordinator and autism consultant for the North Kansas City School District in Kansas City MO. She is a certified school psychologist and mother of a young adult with Asperger syndrome. She has worked with children and youth with special needs in medical and educational settings for the past 28 years and has published numerous articles and has spoken nationally on Asperger syndrome.

Review:

A bold dose of reality that should be required reading for families as their children grow into adulthood. -- Sherry Moyer, Executive Director- Asperger Syndrome Coalition of the U.S..

Dr. Barnhill's presentation of her son's experiences in education, employment and relationships provide a unique and vital resource. -- Stephen Shore, Author of Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome

This book is a must for parents and professionals. I could not put it down. --Diane Adreon, Associate Director, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities-University of Miami

About this edition

• Publisher: Autism Asperger Publishing Company
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1931282021
• ISBN 13: 9781931282024
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 248