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Very late diagnosis of asperger syndrome (autism spectrum disorder) how seeking a diagnosis in adulthood can change your life

"Receiving an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis as an adult can be a difficult but liberating process. Full of useful information and personal insights, this book details the stages of late diagnosis, from self-identification to acceptance. It discusses mental health issues that can arise, sup...

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Main Author: Wylie, Philip (Author)
Other Authors: Beardon, Luke (author of introduction.), Heath, Sara (author of introduction.)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2014.
Subjects:
Asperger's syndrome.
People with mental disabilities > Life skills guides.
Summary: "Receiving an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis as an adult can be a difficult but liberating process. Full of useful information and personal insights, this book details the stages of late diagnosis, from self-identification to acceptance. It discusses mental health issues that can arise, supports that are available and strategies for the future."--From publisher's website.
Physical Description: 176 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (pages 167-170) and index.
ISBN: 1849054339 (pbk.)
9781849054331 (pbk.)
Author Notes: Philip Wylie sought a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome at the age of 51 after reading an article about autism in an accountancy magazine and having a "Eureka" moment! He previously worked as Finance Director and Company Secretary of a British offshore bank, before relocating to Thailand where he began personal study of psychology and complementary healing practices on his path to self-realisation. Before and since receiving his diagnosis he has researched autism extensively and undertaken a survey into late diagnosis with Autonomy Autism Services and writing projects for the NAS, UK.

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