Full Description
In this comprehensive book, the authors start with an overview of those characteristics of Asperger Syndrome that make adolescence particularly challenging and difficult. The centerpiece of the book is a detailed discussion of strategies and supports necessary to ensure a successful school experience for students with Asperger Syndrome at the middle and secondary levels.
Contents
1. Middle and High School Experiences for the Neurotypical Adolescent. 2. Asperger Syndrome: Characteristics impacting the Middle and High School Years. 3. Assessment of Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome; 4. Support for Students with Asperger Syndrome in Middle and High School. 5. Transition Planning for the Student with Asperger Syndrome. 6. A Slice of Life: Perspectives from Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and their Parents. 7. Michael: A Case Study. References. Index.
