Unwritten rules of social relationships
Subtitle: decoding social mysteries through Autism's unique perspectives
By: Dr. Temple Grandin & Sean Barron ; edited by Veronica Zysk
Contributors: Barron, Sean, author; Zysk, Veronica, editor
Edition: Second edition.
Publisher: Future Horizons, Incorporated
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 426
ISBN-13: 9781941765388
Subjects: Interpersonal relations; Autism; Socialization; Social interaction
Description: Born with autism, both Temple Grandin and Sean Barron now live famously successful social lives. However, their paths were quite different. Temple's logical mind controlled her social behavior. She interacted with many adults and other children, experiencing varied social situations. Logic informed her decision to obey social rules and avoid unpleasant consequences. Sean's emotions controlled his social behavior. Baffled by social rules, isolated and friendless, he made up his own, and applied them to others. When they inevitably broke his rules, he felt worthless and unloved. Both Temple and Sean ultimately came to terms with the social world and found their places in it. Whether you are a person with autism, a caregiver in the autism community, or just someone interested in an outsider view of society, their powerful stories will enthrall and enlighten you.
Notes: Edition statement from page viii.

"New edition with author updates."

Includes bibliographical references (pages 423-426).