Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and Long-Term Relationships: Second Edition
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Happily married to her husband with Asperger Syndrome for 25 years, Ashley Stanford is an expert on how Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can affect a relationship and her bestselling book has helped thousands of couples. Brought fully up to date, this second edition clarifies the new DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and explains how, without a solid awareness of the condition, ASD behaviors can easily be misinterpreted. Stanford’s book provides a wealth of strategies for living with the more uncompromising aspects of ASD, pointing out that ASD also brings enormous strengths to a relationship. It shows how understanding the intentions, motivations and reasoning behind ASD behaviors can lead to better communication, relief of tension, and ultimately to a happier, more mutually fulfilling relationship.
ASIN : 1849057737
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date : October 21, 2014
Edition : 2nd
Language : English
Print length : 288 pages
ISBN-10 : 9781849057738
ISBN-13 : 978-1849057738
Item Weight : 14.4 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.65 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,028,220 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #979 in Parenting Books on Children with Disabilities #1,356 in Medical Clinical Psychology #3,034 in Marriage
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Dianne –
This book draws me to read it during the commercials on TV, and when I wake up at night.
The cover reflects how content I’d like to be with my AS husband, or maybe it’s your AS wife, and the reviews I read I liked, what more could this author educate me about, like other authors, I wondered. Surprise!The author’s husband has AS and brings to light her experiences with him, and from others in her practice that explain what we spouses are so confused about. She suggests techniques which are not hard, yet intriguing.It has been noted that there are a vast array of differences with-in the Autism Spectrum Community and I have learned no one book has them all, specifically for my husband, therefore, when a new diagnostic name is explained, and fits my mystery problem, it’s like a soothing cream to a hemorrhoid!Although, chapter two had parts that were a hard read for me. I almost thought this book may be too over-whelming for my young daughter’s- in-law, with all the ‘Doctor’s way of talking’ regarding the medical book they refer to for their diagnosis, which may be important, but when I read medical terminology it probably looks like the AS brain which I describe as the little blue circle on the screen of my computer, that goes around and around when it is searching for something, that it never finds, until I finally X it out. Or, like a food I don’t like and I don’t want to try it again. More importantly, I respect Doctors who do, thank you for your love for medicine and taking care of me. I’m almost done with chapter four, and it’s that good to say what I am saying before I am done reading it.Enjoy! Dianne.
123Me –
Info for a friend
Good book for the subject matter. I had one, but purchased another copy for a friend.
Aware –
ASD wife review
I am the one with Aspergers. I read this book to get a better idea of what it’s like from his perspective. I do think it was written well, and I highlighted and took screenshots of many pages to read to him later to see if he agrees. I think there could have been more sections that specifically discuss females since we are vastly different from our male counterparts. I do understand though that this is written from the perspective of a wife of an Aspie so the in-depth information might not be known. Still a great resource I’m sure for NT spouses. For a future book, maybe consider including more from our take of things, as we see things vastly different and chapters specifically about women. For one, we are so unlike typical women. I’d love to learn how to flirt, how to set aside the innocence for the sake of relations. To explain how we are compared to other women. I don’t know, just something I’m in search for in a book. Most of us are asexuals but are married. Due to this, we have many issues and we are considered as cold. I’m told its adorable but it’d be great to learn how to get past the hurdles. Trapped in the mind, unable to put into action.
Millie McKelvy –
Excellent for understanding your asperger partner/spouse!
I am in an NT/ASD marriage and this book has been extremely helpful in helping me to understand and improve on a 30 year struggle that had been a journey where I used to tell my husband, quite often, that I had my divorce lawyer on “speed dial”. The greatest epiphany in this book was the realization that I needed more help than my husband did. When I learned to spend more time understanding his ASD ways and less time trying to change him, along with “quit taking everything so personally”, doors to a healthier relationship began to immediately open. What a relief! A must read for all NT/ASD relationships!
med student –
Level the playing field
Although I’ve never been officially diagnosed, I strongly believe I fall a little on the spectrum. Thus, I thought this was a great read to maximize my effectiveness in relationships. It is straightforward, up-to-date, and relevant. The very definition of having Asperger’s means that I may have some challenges when it comes to relationships. To me, that just means I need to work a little harder in that area. Books like this help to level the playing field. Recommended.
Community Care Center at the LIGHT! –
Tremendous resource
Excellent read for anyone who wants to learn how to successfully relate to a people with Aspergers. Reading it confirmed that some of our youth probably have Aspergers. It provided insights on other skills we might want to help them develop so they can better thrive in their future relationships instead of struggle like so many.
Amazon Customer –
substantiated encouragement
The tone of this book is positive and encouraging. The (neurotypical) author succeeds in presenting both neurotypical and ASD views of social contexts and situations. It is organized to follow the structure of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria so the content is focused and relevant. Each section contains very specific and helpful examples illustrating problems and solutions in that category of symptoms.
Kris –
Very happy
Received faster than expected delivery and the book was in better than expected condition. Definitely recommend this seller.
jillylilly –
This is the most helpful book I have read so far on this subject. The list of problems set down by the DSM 5 and ICD 11 for Autism. Is each chapter subject in turn. So first the difficulty is explained from the AS point of view. Then from the NT point of view. Then help is given to each. So understanding is the goal. From true understanding love and happiness can blossom. The writer,s love and caring comes over very strong. You will enjoy her style of writing, and enjoy learning so much from every example and point.
margb –
The original book was the most helpful insight imaginable; this is simply updated to the current fashion of calling it ASD, and is still essential to understanding a partner with Asperger’s. I have seen nothing else comparable.
esme Martins –
A very informative, real, helpful, clearly and simply written book. A must have for ASD linked couples, given the lack of awareness/understanding generally of ASD; and in particular its impact on long term/family relationships. Thank you is simply inadequate to express appreciation regarding the help this book is; but thank you Ashley Stanford.
Amazon Customer –
This book is fantastic. Very informative and full of brilliant realistic comments and advise. I highly recommend for anyone with such issues or anyone who knows someone with autism, asperges. Fast reliable delivery.
Ethna Moore –
I understand that this was written from a lived experience but found it heavily weighted towards male orientated autism spectrum disorder just as so many other things on the market are. It was still an interesting enough read.