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Finding a Different Kind of Normal
Misadventures with Asperger Syndrome
Jeanette Purkis spent her early life reacting violently against feelings of embarrassment, anger and confusion about her 'difference' from other people. She was unaware until adulthood that this could be a result of having Asperger Syndrome. Jeanette's remarkable life and her journey towards finding a different kind of normal is inspiring reading. more »
2006, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-416-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp
Keywords: adults, anger management, Asperger syndrome, challenging behaviour, forensic psychiatry, memoirs, mental health, mental illness, occupational therapy, offenders, probation, self harm, social work, substance abuse
Asparagus Dreams
Expelled from mainstream education and vaguely aware she has something called 'Asparagus' Syndrome, 12-year-old Jessica is sent away to a residential school for young people with autism. Recalling her school years with humour and insight, Jessica's account will open the eyes of readers to the difficulties, and the rewards, of this condition. more »
2003, Paperback: £18.99/ $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-164-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: adolescence, Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, inclusive classroom, memoirs, social skills, special education
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