Contents: Foreword Tony Attwood. Introduction. Part 1: Exploring sexuality and Asperger's Syndrome 1. Sexual development. 2. Inappropriate sexual behaviors: comprehension and intervention (with Dr Patrick Papazian). 3. Social skills. 4. Sexual diversity and gender identity. 5. Couples, intimacy and sexuality. 6. The sociosexual education programme. Part 2: Programme for the development of sociosexual skills. Appendix: The sexual profile of adults with Asperger's Syndrome: The need for support and intervention (with Tony Attwood). References. Index.
The minefield of sexuality is mapped out by expert Isabelle Henault
Isabelle Hénault has a masters degree in sexology and a doctorate of psychology from the Quebec University in Montreal. She has a private practice that provides assessment and therapy for individuals, couples and families, and acts as a consultant to a variety of organizations and schools. Her expertise lies in Asperger's Syndrome, with a special emphasis on sexuality, and she is the author of a sociosexual education programme for people with AS. She is involved with several international research projects on sexual education and psychotherapy for people on the autism spectrum. Tony Attwood, PhD, is a clinical psychologist from Brisbane, Australia, with over 30 years of experience with individuals with autism spectrum disorders. He is currently Adjunct Professor at Griffith University in Queensland.
In this comprehensive and unique guide, the author provides
practical information and advice on issues ranging from puberty and
sexual development, gender identity disorders couples' therapy to
guidelines for sex education programs and maintaining sexual
boundaries. This book will suit parents, teachers, counsellors and
individuals with Asperger Syndrome.
*The Spectrum*
The book covers a myriad of topics relevant to the adolescent with
Asperger Syndrome, such as body image, self-esteem, masturbation
and personal hygiene. Topics for adults include contraception,
libido, responsibility and decision-making. Many topics are
illustrated with case examples and specific strategies to try (such
as a daily hygiene chart).
*Autism Victoria Library*
This guide for people with AS and those who care for them presents
practical information and advice on issues ranging from
contraception to couple dynamics and gender identity. A number of
worksheets and activities for the development of sociosexual skills
are provided in the second half of the volume. The author is a
psychologist specializing in sexual education and psychotherapy for
people on the autism spectrum.
*Book News*
People who have AS are just as loving, caring and have a sex life
just like anybody else. This book I am very impressed with. It is
very rare. There is no research; sex education for AS needs
research.
*Asperger United*
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