Developing Talents: Careers For Individuals With Asperger Syndrome And High-functioning Autism- Updated, Expanded Edition
This updated and expanded edition considers the continuing dismal employment statistics for individuals with ASD. The authors take an in-depth look at entrepreneurship. Using real-life examples, they point out that many of the unique characteristics of individuals on the autism spectrum lend themselves well to entrepreneurial ventures. The book explores many unnoticed aspects of Vocational Rehabilitation programs that provide job training and placement for people with disabilities, as well as Social Security Administration programs that offer vocational assistance. Employment figures and prospects have been updated, and new jobs have been added that are well suited for those on the spectrum.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars A must read for parent or educator of someone with Aspergers or high-functioning autism
There are mental disabilities out there which are not crippling, but simply require a different approach in education. “Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism” is a guide to finding careers and jobs for these individuals who can be contribute to society just like anyone who would be deemed normal. These individuals need particular jobs to flourish in, and in some cases, they have distinct advantages over individuals without Aspergers. “Developing Talents” is a must read for parent or educator of someone with Aspergers or high-functioning autism.
5 Stars autism review
I passed this book on to my daughter who has a boy with Asberger syndrome. I think this book is very helpful. I.W.
5 Stars Great resource!
I have used this book in my practice as a life coach for adults on the autism spectrum. The format makes it easy to use as a discussion guide. The list of resources and web sites at the end of the book are wonderful for enrichment. You don’t have to agree with everything in the book. It is a great source for generating conversations around the topics of careers, and the challenges adults on the spectrum meet as they begin their search for a career that is satisfying and that allows them to use their talents to the fullest.
5 Stars This Helps Aspies a Lot Choose the Right Company
I should have found this book earlier! - That’s how I felt soon after I encountered this book, for I have had a whole bunch of job changes and even today, I have no idea yet what kind of job suits me best. I suppose this book is a must read to know our hidden talents we haven’t realized before. Of course, I know all the people between jobs want another job ASAP. However, what if you get a job which eventually might stress you out and would like to leave? Would you like to call this life pointless and boring? So I recommend you to read this book to make out how to be successful at work. And just looking for jobs after jobs means jumping the gun, if you ask me.
Speaking of Developing Talents, Dr. Temple Grandin specifies the tactics and keys to success. Quite embarrassingly enough, I blew a gasket when I answered a very rude young lady on the phone. She failed to mention her name first, which offended me quite a lot! She said,”Is Mr.S there?” very condescendingly twice, which was my straw! After finishing my job, I complained about her terrible manner, yelling and lashing out at her. During the argument, she cried and the other employees told me,”You’ve gone too far! You didn’t have to make her cry like this.” Judging from this book, blowing up doesn’t help at all. Like many people with AS, I was more impatient than most NT’s, which often scare NT’s, esp.,ladies. That’s why “Controlling Anger”(p.21) applies to short-tempered guys like me.
Overall, I’d like to read the book thoroughly so I can gradually find my positive traits that might suit me quite well. Furthermore, dealing with this book is a chance for me to think more wisely about my life!
4 Stars Good book for…
This book will be helpful to teachers and parents that have contact with people with Asperger’s or who are high functioning autistic. It would also be helpful for high school age students with autism who are searching for some direction in this all too confusing world.
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