written by: Isabelle Henault (London, 2006).
The forward to Ms. Henault’s extraordinary manual is written by renowned asperger’s expert Tony Attwood. He unreservedly recommends the content to any person dealing with asperger’s disorder and to caregivers who want to understand the specific issues related to sexuality within this population of individuals.
After reading Asperger’s Syndrome and Sexuality, this reviewer would concur, and add that any professional in the area of teaching or mental health would greatly benefit from it’s content.
Ms. Henault has a broad spectrum of expertise in both asperger’s syndrome (AS) and sexuality issues. Her integration of the two topics brings relevant information to the forefront. There is significantly little research pertaining to the concerns brought forth by social deficits combined with naturally occurring sexual issues.
The book is extremely reader friendly and is split into two sections. The first section provides a comprehensive outline of factors ranging from puberty issues, problematic behaviors, intimacy and emotion, gender identities, and couple issues. The second section outlines a socio sexual education program of 12 workshop sessions. It is detailed and practical, and can be incorporated into a variety of settings. The book concludes with a research study comparing the sexual profile of AS individuals and that of the general population.
The book provides a comprehensive look at both issues and strategies for compensation facing those who deal with the complex social and emotional factors associated with AS. It could easily be used as model for psycho educational treatment by numerous professionals. Individuals, parents ,partners and friends in the AS community will all greatly benefit from the excellent delivery performed by Ms. Henault.
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