Life with Asperger Syndrome can be a challenge at the best of times, and trials and tribulations that neurotypicals take in their stride can leave Aspies perplexed and unsure of how to solve problems and keep themselves safe, both physically and emotionally. Liane Holliday Willey explores the daily pitfalls that females with AS may face, and suggests practical and helpful ways of overcoming them. The focus throughout is on keeping safe, and this extends to travel, social awareness, and general life management. With deeply personal accounts from the author's own experiences, this book doesn't shy away from difficult issues such as coping with bullying, self-harm, depression, and eating disorders. The positive and encouraging advice gives those with AS the guidance to safeguard themselves from emotional and physical harm, and live happy and independent lives. This book will be essential reading for all females with Asperger Syndrome, their friends and families, and all professionals whose work brings them into contact with females with AS.

Table of Contents

i. Dedication.; ii. Acknowledgements.; iii. Foreword by Tony Attwood.; iv. Introduction.; 1. Healthy Relationships, Safe Socializing - Staying Safe and Well.; 2. Falling Prey - But Not Falling Forever.; 3. Broken Bonds - For When Something or Someone You Love is Lost Forever.; 4. Mood Marauders - Or How to Ruin a Perfectly Good Day.; 5. Out and About or Traveling To and Fro.; 6. Body Beware - Keeping the Mind and Body Connected.; 7. What's Looks Got to do with It? - More Than I Would Like to Admit.; 8. Living the Life Easy - Juggling Life Vs. the Urge to Run Away.; 9. Dance With Your Spirit - Tap Into Grace.; 10. Red Flag Warnings - Could This Female Have AS?. Recommended Reading and Resources.

About the Author

Liane Holliday Willey is a doctor of education, a writer and a researcher who specializes in the fields of psycholinguistics and learning style differences. Dr. Willey is a married mother of three, the owner of an equine boarding facility, and the Senior Editor of Autism Spectrum Quarterly. She also has Asperger Syndrome. A frequent guest lecturer on 'Aspie' topics, Dr. Willey is an energetic educator and advocate of Asperger issues.