Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum - What Parents and Professionals Should Know About the Pre-Teen and Teenage Years

Puberty is hard on everyone, especially if you’re a girl on the autism spectrum. This book goes through all of the common concerns and worries that girls with autism and their parents may have, from periods to friendships and more. It explores issues that girls on the Autism Spectrum might struggle with, such as communication, cognition, social difficulties, sensory sensitivities, and behavior, giving relevant and useful advice on how to tackle various scenarios teens might run into. With both professional and parental perspectives, this is an unique and irreplaceable guide for families, teachers and therapists alike.