Nerdy, shy, and socially inappropriate : a user guide to an Asperger life / Cynthia Kim.

  • Kim, Cynthia
Date:
2015
  • Books

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Description

"Cynthia Kim explores all the quirkiness of living with Asperger's Syndrome (ASD) in this accessible, witty and honest guide looking from an insider perspective at some of the most challenging aspects of being autistic."--From publisher.

Publication/Creation

London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2015.

Physical description

239 pages ; 23cm

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Contents

Nerdy, shy, and socially inappropriate -- Growing up undiagnosed -- Navigating the social communication jungle -- Complicated relationship with relationships -- Parenting Aspie style -- Rigid and routine -- Sensory seeking and sensitivities -- Autistic body -- Exploring the emotional landscape -- Executive function: the brain's control center -- Dark side -- Redefining myself -- Arriving at acceptance.

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Where to find it

  • LocationStatus
    History of Medicine
    WS350.9.P4 2015K49n
    		Open shelves

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ISBN

  • 9781849057578
  • 1849057575