Dating While Autistic
Cut Through the Social Quagmire and Find Your Person
Published on 14. February 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
132 pages
978-1-949177-99-2 (ISBN)
Description
Dating is stressful, isn't it? If you're autistic, the thought of trying to meet someone new can feel exhausting.
Could you use a dating coach, but in book form? Then you've come to the right place.
This book takes you from first date to friendship to love. You'll find "Bad Idea/Better Idea" tips for what to avoid, and what to try instead. "A Couple of Singles" follows two fictional autistic characters, Bill and Trish, on their quest for love. "Ask Yourself" offers opportunities to reflect on what's important to you.
Finally, "Actually Autistic Love Stories" bring first-hand knowledge from neurodivergent couples who are already living the dream.
If you want down-to-earth guidance on how to navigate dating and relationships, you've come to the right place. This book is for you.
Could you use a dating coach, but in book form? Then you've come to the right place.
This book takes you from first date to friendship to love. You'll find "Bad Idea/Better Idea" tips for what to avoid, and what to try instead. "A Couple of Singles" follows two fictional autistic characters, Bill and Trish, on their quest for love. "Ask Yourself" offers opportunities to reflect on what's important to you.
Finally, "Actually Autistic Love Stories" bring first-hand knowledge from neurodivergent couples who are already living the dream.
If you want down-to-earth guidance on how to navigate dating and relationships, you've come to the right place. This book is for you.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Arlington
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 147 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
218 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-949177-99-2 (9781949177992)
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Person
Wendela Whitcomb Marsh has a heart for autists of all ages, and for the amazing parents and professionals who love them and work with them. Having been a teacher, counselor, psychologist, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, as well as parent of and spouse to awesome autistic people, she brings a unique perspective to working with this population. She lives in Salem, Oregon.
Content
Chapter 1
MANAGE EXPECTATIONS: Not Everyone You Like Will Like You
Chapter 2
FLIRTY OR FRIENDLY: How Can You Tell?
Chapter 3
HOW TO CHAT: Let's Talk About That
Chapter 4
RESPECT BOUNDARIES: Don't Overstep, and Don't Get Stepped Over
Chapter 5 SENSE AND SENSORY SENSIBILITY: It's Different for Everyone
Chapter 6
INTERESTS: Yours, Mine, and Ours
Chapter 7
SPEED LIMITS: The Slower Partner Sets the Pace
Chapter 8
HAPPY ENDINGS HAPPEN...In Their Own Sweet Time
MANAGE EXPECTATIONS: Not Everyone You Like Will Like You
Chapter 2
FLIRTY OR FRIENDLY: How Can You Tell?
Chapter 3
HOW TO CHAT: Let's Talk About That
Chapter 4
RESPECT BOUNDARIES: Don't Overstep, and Don't Get Stepped Over
Chapter 5 SENSE AND SENSORY SENSIBILITY: It's Different for Everyone
Chapter 6
INTERESTS: Yours, Mine, and Ours
Chapter 7
SPEED LIMITS: The Slower Partner Sets the Pace
Chapter 8
HAPPY ENDINGS HAPPEN...In Their Own Sweet Time