UBC Press Aspergirls book Paperback 240 pages

Girls with Asperger's Syndrome are less frequently diagnosedthan boys, and even once symptoms have been recognised, help is oftennot readily available. The image of coping well presented by AS femalesof any age can often mask difficulties, deficits, challenges, andloneliness.This is a must-have handbook written by an Aspergirl for Aspergirls,young and old. Rudy Simone guides you through every aspect of bothpersonal and professional life, from early recollections of blame,guilt, and savant skills, to friendships, romance and marriage.Employment, career, rituals and routines are also covered, along withdepression, meltdowns and being misunderstood. Including thereflections of over thirty-five women diagnosed as on the spectrum, aswell as some partners and parents, Rudy identifies recurring strugglesand areas where Aspergirls need validation, information and advice. Asthey recount their stories, anecdotes, and wisdom, she highlights howdifferences between males and females on the spectrum are mostly amatter of perception, rejecting negative views of Aspergirls andempowering them to lead happy and fulfilled lives.This book will be essential reading for females of any age diagnosedwith AS, and those who think they might be on the spectrum. It willalso be of interest to partners and loved ones of Aspergirls, andanybody interested either professionally or academically inAsperger's Syndrome.

Rudy Simone is an Aspergirl, writer, and AspergerSyndrome consultant who lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.