Survival Strategies for People on the Autism Spectrum is an accessible and
practical self-help guide for people with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs),
written by an author who himself experiences the challenges and behavioural
traits associated with ASDs.Survival Strategies for People on the Autism Spectrum is an accessible and
practical self-help guide for people with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs),
written by an author who himself experiences the challenges and behavioural
traits associated with ASDs. Fleisher's comprehensive guide gives advice and
practical suggestions on how people with ASDs can manage daily life and
independence successfully. From how to use electrical appliances safely to
preparing for a journey using public transport, the author covers a wide range
of everyday situations. His fascination with mathematics informs some of his
thoughts about simple domestic tasks, such as putting on a shirt and tie, and
his observations of the world at large. Survival Strategies will be an
invaluable source of advice and reassurance for people with ASDs across a wide
age range. It also gives important insights for relatives and friends of people
on the autism spectrum and for professionals working with them in an
educational or therapeutic capacity.