The Other Half of Asperger Syndrome: A guide to an Intimate Relationship with a Partner... by Maxine C. Aston

(Aston) Insight is extraordinary and her positive attitude and strategies for successful relationships make this an essential guide for couples. -- Dr. Tony Attwood<br /><br />Her Insight is extraordinary and her positive attitude and strategies make this an essential guide. --Dr. Tony Atwood

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My partner and I are both on the autistic spectrum, and I can't even begin to describe how valuable this book was for me (she hasn't read it yet, but plans to do so soon). The first half is mainly about diagnosis. That didn't apply in our case, since we were already diagnosed, so I don't feel qualified to comment on that setion. The second half, however, is a gold mine of information on how to address one of the most important parts of any relationship: communication. Those on the autistic spectrum communicate differently from the "neurologically typical". This book gets right into the "meat" of this matter by clearly and frankly explaining the different ways in which an "Aspie" (one with Asperger's Syndrome) interprets and uses language. It also explains strategies for both parties to use in bridging the communication gap -- rightly observing, by the way, that the Aspie partner needs to make an effort just as much as the non-Aspie partner does. In addition, "Other Half" notes some other potential problems that may occur in your relationship (e.g., odd compulsive routines and how to deal with them) as well as certain strengths your Aspie partner will probably bring to your relationship that can be difficult to find in others. If you or your partner have Asperger's Syndrome, this is not a book for you to miss.