Getting a Life with Asperger's: Lessons Learned on the Bumpy Road to Adulthood

Saperstein, Jesse A.

ISBN 10: 0399166688 / ISBN 13: 9780399166686

Edité par Tarcher, 2014

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Synopsis :

Hard-won insights on transitioning into adulthood

Author, speaker, and autism advocate Jesse A. Saperstein knows a lot about living with Asperger’s. Diagnosed at the age of 14, Jesse has struggled, triumphed, flubbed, soared, educated, and inspired. Along the road to adulthood, he has learned many lessons the hard way. In this honest and engaging book, he offers a guided tour of what he’s learned about getting along with others, managing emotions, succeeding in school and work, building relationships, and more. Among his Asperger’s Rules are:

Clean Up Your Own Mess (including but not limited to credit card debt, out-of-control collections, and your cesspool of a room)

You Can’t Bail Out the Titanic with a Wine Glass (or change the world of online dating)

Serving as a Role Model to the Next Generation of Asperger's Syndrome

Navigating the challenges of college and the unrelenting storm of transition.

The Road to Catastrophe is Paved with Good Intentions (understanding how others perceive you, even if they’re wrong)

WIN (Work Is Necessary) You are talented enough to maintain employment even if your options are not ideal

Confronting Memories of Bullying and Showing Mercy toward Yourself


Heartfelt, insightful, and generous, this book will enlighten and inform readers, whether they are on the autism spectrum or not.

À propos de l?auteur: An autism advocate and popular motivational speaker, Jesse A. Saperstein is considered one of the most respected leaders in the anti-bullying movement of his generation.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Getting a Life with Asperger's: Lessons ...
Éditeur : Tarcher
Date d'édition : 2014
Reliure : paperback
Etat : Very Good