Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships:
"Many people think of adulthood in terms of getting a job and living in a particular area, but having friends and a sense of belonging in a community are also important. Individuals with ASD may need assistance in encouraging friendships and structuring time for special interests. Many of the support systems developed in the early years may continue to be useful."
http://www.autism-society.org/living-with-autism/lifespan/adulthood/residentialhousing.html
Book of the Week: Living well on the autism spectrum : how to use your strengths to meet the challenges of Asperger syndrome/high-functioning autism / Valerie L. Gaus. Guilford Press, 2011. Description: "Being "different" is old news for adults with Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism (AS/HFA), whether they were diagnosed as children or only recently. Meeting a huge demand and providing indispensable practical guidance, prominent therapist Valerie Gaus shows how difference can be a strength. By mastering specific coping and problem-solving skills that "neurotypical" folks take for granted, people with AS/HFA can achieve greater success in everything from dealing with daily routines and social interactions to building a career and negotiating intimate relationships. The straight-talking, methodical writing style is expressly tailored to this audience's preferences and needs. The book is packed with questionnaires and worksheets that help readers pinpoint their areas of greatest concern and develop personalized action plans to build the life they want."--publisher.
This book is in SESA Library; you may search the library catalog via the SESA website, or contact Anne directly by email at [email protected], or by phone at 907-334-1301.