Author

Publication

2014 - , England

Language

English

Word Count

93,250 words, Guess

Page Count

373 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-101849053995
  • ISBN-139781849053990
  • Library of Congress Control Number2013030394
  • OCLC Control Number842880060
  • Better World Books9781849053990
and 1 more

Classifications

  • DDC616.85/882
  • LCCRC553.A88 S835 2014
  • LCCRC553.A88

Alternate Titles

  • Super safe living on the autistic spectrum
  • Autistic spectrum

Description

In the same way that seatbelts give added protection to drivers, allowing them to travel safely wherever they choose to go, this practical book will help protect women on the autistic spectrum to negotiate risks and dangers as they live independent lives. Certain traits common to autism such as difficulty interpreting social cues can leave women susceptible to compromising their personal safety. Advocating that no woman on the autistic spectrum should be scared to enjoy independence provided she has the right knowledge and coping strategies in place, this book is filled with practical advice (for ages 16 plus) on how to stay safe while living life to the full. Informed by a survey of women on and off the autistic spectrum, it gets to the heart of the specific safety challenges faced by women, and offers numerous easy-to-use strategies to help avoid and overcome them. Topics covered include friendships, relationships and sex, alcohol and drugs, money and employment, and staying safe outside of the home and online. This will be a trusted and empowering companion for women on the spectrum and will also be valuable and insightful reading for anyone who cares for a woman on the spectrum, including their families, friends and teachers.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • The independent woman's handbook for super safe living on the autistic spectrum2014

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