Parenting a Teen or Young Adult with Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder)

Brenda Boyd is the author of Parenting a Child with Asperger Syndrome, published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. She holds a degree in law from Queens University, Belfast, and has previously worked as a solicitor with her own law practice. Her son Kenneth Hall is the author of Asperger Syndrome the Universe and Everything also published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Following Kenneth's diagnosis at the age of nine, Brenda became increasingly involved with local autism charities. She has worked for the National Autistic Society and qualified as a Life Coach specialising in Asperger Syndrome. Today she works with her husband, singer songwriter Bap Kennedy. She has recorded an album of her own original songs and plays bass guitar in Bap's band. Brenda and Bap are co-patrons of Autism NI. Her website can be viewed at www.brendaboydkennedy.com.

Author Brenda Boyd offers no fewer than 325 practical ideas, insights, tips and strategies to address the often-complex issues parents face during the crucial period of transition for a child with Asperger's.

• Introduction. 1. Parents and Other Pivotal People. 2. Some Things Never Change. 3. Understanding Asperger Adolescence. 4. Key Insights. 5. The Best Approach. 6. Your Relationship with Your Son or Daughter. 7. Self Image. 8. Shaping Core Beliefs. 9. Communication that Works. 10. A Predictable World?. 11. The Problem with People. 12. Preparation for Adulthood. 13. When Things Go Off the Rails. Tip Finder: A List of All the Ideas, Tips and Strategies in Order as they Appear Throughout the Book.