Autism-Asperger's & Sexuality: Puberty and Beyond

by Mary Newport and Jerry Newport

Book Overview

Many people on the spectrum never get "the talk" from their parents, and therefore suffer from "information deficit." This book goes a long way toward filling in the gaps in their knowledge. It takes a candid look at aspects of sex and relationships as they apply to people on the autism spectrum: building self-confidence, dating, personal grooming, cleanliness, and explicit advice on how to initiate sex with a partner. Also covered: avoiding pregnancy...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1885477880
• ISBN13: 9781885477880
• Release Date: September 2002
• Publisher: Future Horizons
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

A much needed book

I appreciate the fact that there has been a book written on this subject especially for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Jerry and Mary Newport have done an excellent job at giving a first hand look at the difficulties of dealing with the sensitive issues of someone's sexuality and offering some very good advice. This is a much needed book. Thanks.

great review does the job!

I found the first customer review the most useful in convincing me to immediately order this book. The review was so explicit as to what was in the book (or to be more specific, what was not), that it sounded perfect for my heterosexual son with a mild case of AS. Thanks!

Bold and sensitive

Jerry and Mary do a great job of tackling topics that many of us duck. I truly appreciate their emphasis upon the relationship as the cornerstone of intimacy and sexuality. They also provide practical advice about the sensory, hygiene, and "impression management" challenges that face many adolescents and adults with autism and Asperger Syndrome. Frankly, much of this is advice for anyone getting ready to face the world of dating and relationships!As a parent and psychologist, I also appreciate the editor's notes that caution parents about the candor of the book and give permission to copy sections for their younger adolescent sons and daughters. It reminds us that even open-minded discussion must be done with sensitivity and responsibility.Good job, Jerry and Mary!

Practical advice on a very delicate subject.

Jerry and Mary give very readable and practical advice on a very delicate and complicated subject. This book shares information learned over two lifetimes in a very sensitive manner.

Telling it like it is

Going where few have dared to go, Jerry and Mary Newport, have provided a clear road map for dealing with sensitive issues surrounding sexuality for both our peers on the autism spectrum as well as the rest of the autism spectrum community. Straight and to the point there is much for everyone to learn from this work. Thank you and well done!