In the first book on depression written for adults on the autism spectrum, Nick Dubin offers accessible and sensitive advice on how individuals can manage their emotions, exploring what can lead to them feeling down, how this can escalate, and how to take positive steps towards recovery.
The author describes the bullying behavior he and other individuals have experienced, and the effect this has had on their lives. He outlines the reasons for bullying behavior and the danger of persistent recurrence if it remains unchecked, as well as the critical importance of involving the bystander.
Many people suffer from feelings of stress and anxiety in their everyday lives. For people with Asperger Syndrome (AS), this stress can be particularly difficult to manage. On a daily basis people with AS must fit into a world that seems totally foreign to them and this can increase feelings of alienation and anxiety, making life's challenges especially hard to cope with. The first book on anxiety written specifically for adults with Asperger Syndrome, this book offers practical advice on how individuals with AS can manage their anxiety more effectively. As a person with AS who has struggled with feelings of anxiety and learnt how to overcome them, Nick Dubin shares his own tried and tested solutions along with up-to-date research on stress management for individuals with AS, including a chapter on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Dubin explores the key problem areas that can lead to anxiety for people with AS such as lack of social skills, difficulties establishing romantic relationships and uncertainty about employment. Asperger Syndrome and Anxiety provides real solutions to a common problem and is essential reading for anyone with AS who has trouble managing stress. The book will also be of interest to family members, teachers and other professionals working with individuals with AS.
Exploring how and why autistic people can get caught up in the criminal justice system, and what steps can be taken to help prevent autistic people committing crimes, This book discusses how to ensure fair treatment from judges, law enforcement officials and lawyers during the judicial process. Recommended for anyone working in the criminal justice system to arm themselves with the knowledge they will need to avoid further systemic tragedies.
Děti s poruchou autistického spektra mívají potíže s porozuměním; nechápou význam, který se skrývá „za slovem“, nerozumějí slovním hříčkám, téměř vše chápou doslovně. Proto se často stávají obětí nejrůznějších vtipálků a nezřídka i násilníků. Autor vysvětluje, proč se děti s poruchou autistického spektra stávají obětí šikany a nabízí různé strategie, jak jim pomoci čelit násilnému chování. Radí učitelům a vychovatelům, jak tyto lidi co nejvíce podpořit, a zabývá se i osobností útočníka a svědků. Knihu uvítají speciální pedagogové, školní i poradenští psychologové, vychovatelé i učitelé, kteří mají v péči dítě s poruchou autistického spektra, rodiče a zájemci o problematiku.