Living Well on the Spectrum: How to Use Your Strengths to Meet the Challenges of Asperger Syndrome/High-Functioning Autism

Valerie L. Gaus

ISBN 10: 1606236342 / ISBN 13: 9781606236345

Published by Guilford Publications, 2011

About this Item

2011. 1st Edition. Paperback. Num Pages: 383 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 265 x 207 x 34. Weight in Grams: 760. . . . . .

Seller Inventory # V9781606236345

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Living Well on the Spectrum: How to Use Your Strengths to Meet the Challenges of Asperger Syndrome/High-Functioning Autism
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1606236342
• ISBN 13: 9781606236345
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Navigating the "neurotypical" world with Asperger syndrome or high-functioning autism (AS/HFA) can be extremely stressful. But by understanding the specific ways your brain works differently--and how to tap into your personal strengths--you can greatly enhance your well-being. In this wise and practical book, experienced therapist Valerie L. Gaus helps you identify goals that will make your life better and take concrete steps to achieve them. Grounded in psychological science, the techniques in this book help you:

 

*Learn the unspoken rules of social situations.

*Improve your communication skills.

*Get organized at home and at work.

*Manage anxiety and depression.

*Strengthen your relationships with family and friends.

*Live more successfully on your own or with others.

 

A wealth of stories, questionnaires, worksheets, and concrete examples help you find personalized solutions to problems you are likely to encounter. You can download and print additional copies of the worksheets for repeated use. Of special note, the Introduction was updated in 2017 with the latest information on how autism spectrum disorder is defined in DSM-5. Finally, a compassionate, knowledgeable, positive guide to living well on the spectrum.

Mental health professionals, see also the author's Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition.

About the Author

Valerie L. Gaus, PhD, is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Long Island and New York City. Her focus is treating mental health problems in adults with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and other learning and developmental disorders. Since receiving her doctorate in 1992, she has approached her work with a cognitive-behavioral orientation. Dr. Gaus serves on the advisory board of the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity and the grant review committee of the Organization for Autism Research, and instructs an advanced training course through the Swedish Psychological Association. Dr. Gaus has written numerous articles and chapters on mental health issues in developmental disabilities and has lectured extensively in the United States and internationally. She is the author of the self-help resource Living Well on the Spectrum as well as a book for therapists, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition.