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Asperger Syndrome and Bullying: Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social

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Asperger Syndrome (AS) is a neurodevelopmental disFree Download characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication. Individuals with AS may also experience difficulty with understanding social cues, interpreting body language, and engaging in reciprocal conversation.

Perfect Targets: Asperger Syndrome and Bullying; Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social World

by Brenda Smith Myles

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These challenges can make individuals with AS vulnerable to bullying. Bullying is the repeated, intentional, and unwanted aggressive behavior that is directed at an individual who is perceived as being different or vulnerable.

Bullying can have a significant impact on the physical, emotional, and academic well-being of individuals with AS. It can lead to feelings of isolation, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem.

The good news is that there are things that can be done to prevent, intervene, and respond to bullying behavior. Asperger Syndrome and Bullying: Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social provides a comprehensive guide to help individuals with AS understand and cope with the challenges of bullying.

What's in the Book?

Asperger Syndrome and Bullying: Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social covers a wide range of topics, including:

Understanding bullying and its impact
Identifying the signs and symptoms of bullying
Developing coping mechanisms
Preventing bullying
Intervening in bullying situations
Responding to bullying
Getting help

Who Should Read This Book?

Asperger Syndrome and Bullying: Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social is a valuable resource for:

Individuals with AS
Parents of children with AS
Educators
Mental health professionals
Anyone who works with individuals with AS

About the Author

The author of Asperger Syndrome and Bullying: Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social is Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson. Dr. Laugeson is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with individuals with AS and other neurodevelopmental disFree Downloads.

Dr. Laugeson has over 20 years of experience working with individuals with AS. She has developed a number of innovative strategies and techniques for helping individuals with AS understand and cope with the challenges of bullying.