The guide to good mental health on the autism spectrum / Jeanette Purkis, Dr Emma Goodall, and Jane Nugent ; forewords by Dr Wenn Lawson and kirsty Dempster-Rivett.

London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016.

271 pages ; 23 cm

Neurobiology of autism -- Diagnosis -- Anxiety disorders -- Depression -- Self-harm -- Suicidal thoughts -- Psychosis -- Communication problems -- Stigma and discrimination -- Family incidence of autism and mental illness -- Strategies to aid sleep -- The value of pets -- Mindfulness -- Psychology and psychotherapy -- Medication -- Crisis measures -- Self-esteem and self-confidence -- Resilience -- Summary of strategies to maintain mental health -- Resources.

Includes bibliographical references and index.