Talking to family and friends about a diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Disorder or Autism, can always be a little daunting, but this book will give you plenty of ideas on where to start.

"This is a small book that will be of great value to someone who is wondering how to explain Asperger's syndrome to other members of their family or friends. Anna has thoughtfully chosen a style that is succinct, easy to understand and practical, which means that this book is unlikely to remain un-read and gather dust on someone's bookshelf." - Professor Tony Attwood.

Some of the topics included in this book include:

• Who needs to know?
• What do I tell family and friends?
• What do I tell:
  • Grandparents.
  • Siblings.
  • Teachers and other staff.
  • Students in the same classroom.
• Dealing with friends' reactions.