Asperger syndrome and psychotherapy : understanding asperger perspectives /

People with Asperger Syndrome (AS) understand and respond to the world in a very different way from people without this condition. The challenge for psychotherapists working with Asperger clients lies in setting aside their own preconceptions and learning to understand their client's perspectiv...

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Main Author: Jacobsen, Paula
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: London ; New York : Jessica Kingsley, 2003.
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Online Access: Full text (MFA users only)
ISBN:058547124X
9780585471242
1843107430
9781843107439
1846426138
9781846426131
1283904349
9781283904346
Local Note:ProQuest Ebook Central
Table of Contents:
  • Acknowledgements; Preface; Part One: Clinical Work with Asperger Syndrome; 1. Learning from Those who Have Asperger Syndrome; 2. Theory of Mind, Executive Functioning, and Central Coherence; 3. Articulating Perspective and Intention in Addressing Theory of Mind; 4. The Understanding and Communication of Information; 5. Addressing Commonly Occurring Issues; 6. Adults and Family Members; 7. Challenges for the Therapist; Part Two: Case Management; 8. Collaboration with Parents and Other Professionals; 9. School Collaboration and Consulatation; 10. Preparation of Special Materials; Afterword.