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Decoding Dating: A Guide to the Unwritten Social Rules of Dating for Men

with Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
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John Miller was born in Montr+¬al, Canada. He completed a BA in Political Science from Florida Atlantic University and a Masters in Special Education before embarking on a career teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. During this time he was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome and he became a strong advocate for individuals on the spectrum. In 2011 he was invited to be a Board Member of the Autism Society of Florida. He currently works as an autism facilitator and teacher at Boca Raton Middle School and he runs transition and independence skills workshops with young adults. He lives with his wife and daughter in Coconut Creek, Florida.
Acknowledgments. Introduction. 1. To Disclose or Not to Disclose: The Positives and Pitfalls of Autism Disclosure. 2. Entering theDating Arena. 3. Flirting: Giving and Reading Signals. 4. Caution: Read Before Dating. 5. Getting Ready for the Big Night. 6. Interview orInterrogation. 7. She Likes Me, She Likes Me Not: Assessing the Aftermath of the Date. 8. Dating Pointers. 9. What is a Relationship? 10. AreAll Relationships Created Equally? 11. What Type of Woman is Right for Me? 12. Qualities Found in an Ideal Girlfriend. 13. Communication isthe Key. 14. Aspie and Autie Pitfalls in Relationships. 15. How to Attempt to Make a Relationship Work. 16. Meeting Her Family and Friends.17. Sex: The Double Edged Sword. Conclusion. Autism and Relationships Glossary. Useful Resources.
John Miller's book is aimed at the male with autism seeking a female partner. John is an adult with autism himself who is married with a child... He shares some of his personal experiences and professional practice as a teacher of students with Autism Spectrum Conditions along with his guidance and advice... Sections of the book are extremely valuable, particularly in the realms of teaching and awareness in social expectations and making the relationship work... There is much that any adult with autism can learn from this book, regardless of whether they are seeking a partner or not.
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