TY - BOOK AU - Bailey,Eileen AU - Montgomery,Robert W. TI - The essential guide to Asperger's syndrome SN - 9781615641659 (pbk.) AV - RJ506.A9 B213 2012 U1 - 618.92/858832 23 PY - 2012/// CY - New York PB - Alpha KW - Asperger's syndrome KW - Popular works KW - Parents of autistic children N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. [279]-288) and index; Pt. 1. Overview of Asperger's syndrome. Understanding Asperger's syndrome -- Symptoms -- Asperger's syndrome in girls -- Related conditions -- Treatment -- pt. 2. Behaviors. Common behaviors and thought processes -- How behaviors change with age -- pt. 3. Managing obsessions. Special interests -- Special interests through the years -- pt. 4. Social skills. Social competence -- Asperger's syndrome in young children -- Improving social skills in elementary age children -- Social competence in preteens and teens -- Bullying -- Ongoing social skills in young adults -- pt. 5. Educational considerations. Requesting services -- Individualized help for your child -- Teaching self-help skills -- Considerations for college -- pt. 6. You and your family. Taking care of you and your marriage -- Creating an Asperger-friendly home -- Siblings -- Attending events ER -