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Developing talents : careers for individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-functioning Autism

By: Grandin, Temple.
Contributor(s): Duffy, Kate.
Publisher: Shawnee Mission Autism Asperger Publishing 2004Edition: 1st.Description: xiii. ; 153 p. ; 23 cm.ISBN: 1931282560.Subject(s): AUTISM | EMPLOYABILITY | EMPLOYEES | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES | GUIDESSummary: Written specifically for high-functioning adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum, their families, teachers, and counselors. Weaves together a blend of information and advice based on personal experiences. Draws on Temple Grandin own experience with autism spectrum disorders and her professional career, while Kate Duffy uses her expertise on employment issues and the mother of two teenagers with autistic-like behaviours. Introduces step-by-step processes for the job search with a major section on the impact ASD has in the workplace, including managing sensory problems, how to nurture and turn talents and special interests into paid work, jobs that are particularly suited to individuals on the spectrum.
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Written specifically for high-functioning adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum, their families, teachers, and counselors. Weaves together a blend of information and advice based on personal experiences. Draws on Temple Grandin own experience with autism spectrum disorders and her professional career, while Kate Duffy uses her expertise on employment issues and the mother of two teenagers with autistic-like behaviours. Introduces step-by-step processes for the job search with a major section on the impact ASD has in the workplace, including managing sensory problems, how to nurture and turn talents and special interests into paid work, jobs that are particularly suited to individuals on the spectrum.

Patron comment on 07/11/2022

This is so good, I bought the newer edition!

Patron comment on

Very definitely directed at high-functioning end of the spectrum. More for the individual on the spectrum rather than a career practitioner

Patron comment on

Some of the tips and guidelines were relevant and useful, but most of them did not apply to me with numeracy and English subject difficulties at school which have recently been diagnosed as 'Aspergers syndrome'.

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