Autism - Sexuality - Relationships - Paperback

by Bernhard J. Schmidt (Author), Christiane Döhler (Author), Deniz Döhler (Author)

The current state of society presents an alarming prospect for those with autism: - low quality of life when it comes to health - a high risk of becoming a victim of bullying, exploitation, and/or violence - an increased risk for physical and psychological illnesses - a significantly increased risk of dying early - increased risk of suicide And, particularly when it comes to sexuality and relationships: - a high risk of becoming a victim of physical or sexual abuse If we wish to help those with autism achieve successful and healthy relationships and sexuality, society needs to undergo a fundamental change. To succeed, we need a new socio-psychological/dynamic developmental view of autism that takes both society and culture into account. This book explores why this has not yet happened, and what exactly needs to change: the specific, concrete, practical approaches we can take to improving the lives of those with autism.

Author Biography

geboren 1962 in Dortmund, Studium der Philosophie, Psychologie und Neurophysiologie an der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Wissenschafts- und Sozial-Psychologe