Getting to grips with Asperger syndrome : understanding adults on the autism spectrum

What is Asperger's syndrome?
Differential diagnosis
Practical problems for people with Asperger's syndrome
Cognitive problems : memory, attention, and understanding
Language and conversation
Social problems for those with Asperger's syndrome
Problem-solving and coping with change
Coping with anxiety
Other problems : clumsiness, unusual sensitivities and obsessional.

"What is Asperger Syndrome (AS) and what does a diagnosis mean for you or someone you support or care for? Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome will help you understand the condition and the difficulties it may cause, so that you can offer support in the most beneficial way." - BOOK JACKET

Carol Hagland has written this book as a result of her 10 years experience in helping those who were not diagnosed until later in life. She has found that staff and supporters have little understanding of this syndrome and consequently wanted to “describe Asperger syndrome in a straightforward way that can be understood by anyone.”
For instance does diagnosis matter? According to Carol in one way no….it is the help that a person requires and how this is given that is important not the actual label…however in order to obtain support services a diagnosis is a requirement and so could be essential to the person’s wellbeing.
Some topics discussed include: practical problems; language and conversation; coping with anxiety and change; cognitive and obsessional problems.
This book is full of practical, problem-solving information useful for friends and family members of those diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. It could also be useful as an introduction to health and social care staff and students.