Nerdy, shy, and socially inappropriate -- Growing up undiagnosed -- Navigating the social communication jungle -- A complicated relationship with relationships -- Parenting Aspie style -- Rigid and routine -- Sensory seeking and sensitivities -- The autistic body -- Exploring the emotional landscape -- Executive function : the brain's control center -- The dark side -- Redefining myself -- Arriving at acceptance.
Summary
Based on research recorded in her popular blog, Cynthia Kim''s humorous, insider guide to Asperger Syndrome (ASD) explores the ''why'' of ASD traits. Full of personal anecdotes, Kim explores how her perspective changed after diagnosis and offers strategies to help manage the quirks of ASD, including a section on the benefits of martial arts.