TY - BOOK AU - Honeybourne,Victoria TI - A practical guide to happiness in adults on the autism spectrum: a positive psychology approach SN - 9781785925771 PY - 2019/// CY - London, Philadelphia, PA PB - Jessica Kingsley Publishers KW - AUTISM KW - ADULTS KW - MENTAL HEALTH KW - POSITIVE PRACTICES KW - COMMUNICATION SKILLS KW - SELF AWARENESS KW - COPING BEHAVIOUR N1 - Includes bibliographical references and indexes; Introduction. - 1. If you only have five minutes. 2. Understanding the autism spectrum. - 3. Understanding positive psychology. - 4. Recognising, identifying and using character strengths. - 5. Cultivating positive emotions. - 6. Positive coping. - 7. Wellbeing. - 8. Meaning, purpose and connection. N2 - "Breaking away from neurotypical ideals of happiness, this book offers simple techniques and exercises to help adults on the spectrum combat negative thoughts and improve their mental health. Practical and engaging, it tackles communication skills, self-awareness, workplace coping strategies and more, with a refreshing positive psychology approach." - PUBLISHER'S WEBSITE ER -