Developing Talents
Subtitle
Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism
This career-planning guide is written specifically for high-functioning adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum, their families, teachers and counselors.
The two authors weave together a unique blend of information and advice based on personal experiences.Temple Grandin draws from her own experience with autism spectrum disorders and her professional career, and Kate Duffy uses her expertise on employment issues and the mother of two teenagers with autistic-like behaviors.
The result is an extremely useful and practical book that introduces step-by-step processes for the job search with a major section on the impact ASD has in the workplace, including managing sensory problems, how to nurture and turn talents and special interests into paid work, jobs that are particularly suited to individuals on the spectrum, and much more. Firsthand accounts of job experiences and advice from individuals representing a broad range of careers particularly suited for high-functioning individuals on the autism spectrum round off this exciting new resource.
Bio
Temple Grandin, author, animal scientist and autism activist, received her master’s degree in animal science from ASU (1975) and PhD from the University of Illinois. She was honored in Time Magazine’s 2010 list of “The 100 Most Influential People in the World,” and the HBO movie based on her life, starring Claire Danes, won seven Emmy Awards. She is a professor at Colorado State University.
Praise for this book
This book is a must-read, must-do for young adults and their transition partners from all walks of life.
Roger N. Meyer Author of 'Asperger Syndrome Employment Workbook'
This book is essential for anyone who cares for, teaches, employs or works with someone on the autism spectrum.
Sue Moreno Founder and president of Maap Services Inc.
