Aspertools

Name: Aspertools
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780285643642
Price: 27.99 NZD
Availability: InStock

A Practical Guide for Understanding and Embracing Asperger's, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodiversity

By Harold Reitman and Rebecca Reitman and Pati Fizzano

Summary

Aspertools is a compassionate guide born from Dr Harold Reitman's personal journey after discovering his adult daughter Rebecca has Asperger's. This book offers straightforward tools, action plans, and practical advice to help understand and support individuals on the autism spectrum.

It covers vital topics such as establishing positive routines, managing social difficulties, reducing anxiety through preparation, and minimising meltdowns by creating safe spaces. Designed to make daily life less frustrating and more productive, it aims to open the door to a fulfilling life for every child with Asperger's.
Read More

Format: Paperback / softback

$27⁹⁹

AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 4-6 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

Aspertools

$27⁹⁹

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

Ideal for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone seeking practical and empathetic strategies to support children or adults with Asperger's Syndrome and navigate social and emotional challenges effectively.

Three perspectives - those of a parent, a teacher and a young person living with Asperger's - that offer practical tools and strategies for managing life as a neurodiverse individual.

Three perspectives - those of a parent, a teacher and a young person living with Asperger's - that offer practical tools and strategies for managing life as a neurodiverse individual.

Description

When Dr Harold Reitman discovered that his daughter, Rebecca, had Asperger's in her twenties, he realised why he could not understand the landscape of Rebecca's mind and feelings. With Aspertools, he wanted to write the book he wishes had been available to him when Rebecca was a child.

Aspertools offers simple tools, action plans and tips for understanding and managing life with an Aspie. It includes tips to make daily life less frustrating and more productive, focusing on the importance of positive routines, coping with social awkwardness, and creating stability in daily activities.

It explains how to cope with social anxiety through preparation and how to decrease the frequency of meltdowns by providing an escape route to a 'safe place'. This comprehensive work will open up the opportunity of a fulfilling life for every child.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780285643642

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Souvenir Press Ltd

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 212.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 224

Collections

Education & Reference Harold Reitman Health & Wellness Non-Fiction Pati Fizzano Rebecca Reitman Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Dr Harold Reitman is an orthopaedic surgeon and former professional boxer. He is the writer and producer of The Square Root of 2, a film also inspired by his daughter, and the founder of the neurodiversity community site, DifferentBrains.com. Pati Fizzano is a teacher who specialises in helping neurodiverse students to achieve their full potential. Rebecca Reitman works with learning-challenged students.