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Very Late Diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Paperback – Illustrated, September 21, 2014

by Philip Wylie (Author)
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As awareness and understanding of Asperger Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder increases, more adults are identifying themselves as being on the spectrum and seeking formal diagnosis. This book discusses the process, the pros and cons, and the after-effects of receiving an autism diagnosis in adulthood.

Outlining the likely stages of the journey to diagnosis, this book looks at what the individual may go through as they become aware of their Asperger characteristics and as they seek pre-assessment and diagnosis, as well as common reactions upon receiving a diagnosis - from depression and anger to relief and self-acceptance. Combining practical guidance with advice from personal experience and interviews and correspondence with specialists in the field, the book discusses if and when to disclose to family, friends and employers, how to seek appropriate support services, and how to use the self-knowledge gained through diagnosis to live well in the future.

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    September 21, 2014
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There is an increasing number of adults who have a diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome in their mature years. This new book will help explain past experiences, provide self-understanding and give guidance as to the future. People who have recently achieved a diagnosis, family members and clinicians will find the descriptions and advice invaluable. -- Tony Attwood, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Minds & Hearts Clinic, Australia, and author of The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome

A timely accurate resource for discovering if you fit the bill for autism. How I wish this treasure of a resource had been available during my own journey! This important guide for adults cuts to the chase. It potentially opens all the right doors. -- Wenn Lawson, psychologist, counsellor, social worker, autism advocate and author

Philip Wylie has captured the true essence of living with Asperger's Syndrome. Many people spend the majority of their lives wondering why they are different and never fit in. Broken relationships, loss of jobs, and being preyed upon by those that see our vulnerability and lack of assertiveness are all part of the process. In turn, we develop low self-esteem and suffer many consequences. Getting diagnosed can help turn these negatives into positives. No matter how late in life you discover that you have Asperger's, there is still room for repair. Wylie points out that receiving a diagnosis can have either positive or negative effects, and what to be prepared for in either case. Self-acceptance is the key. You are then free to embark upon a new life. Within these pages is advice for what happens next after receiving your diagnosis. Wylie helps guide you through the process, to come out seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. That light will help guide you to a better life after learning you are on the Autism Spectrum! -- Anita Lesko, Founder and Executive Director of the Flying High with Autism Foundation, author of Been There. Done That. Try This! and Asperger's Syndrome: When Life Hands You Lemons, Make Lemonade

The many adults I have met who have had late diagnoses of Asperger's Syndrome are all invariably looking to meet with 'like minds', to 'compare notes' and to make sense of where they are at. The great frustration for me is that short of making personal introductions I have been unable to provide a resource such as Philip's book for them to read and consider. It is my view that his book will be an invaluable resource for those seeking such insight. Whilst the book understandably is written from Philip's point of view and is based upon his own personal experiences it is so much more than a personal story. What Philip has successfully done is to draw out the lessons and learnings from his own life to create a 'manual' not just for those adults who have had a late diagnosis, but for their partners, friends and colleagues. The book highlights how people with autism experience the world differently - and it is this different perspective that needs to be understood and celebrated rather than being ignored at best or ridiculed at worst. I would thoroughly recommend this book to all of those people who have received a late diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome. -- Mark Lever, Chief Executive, National Autistic Society

The author gives a detailed breakdown and explanation of the many different feelings you are likely to have at various times, such as the frustrations of being undiagnosed, the turmoil of discovering that a diagnosis might be the explanation for your problems with life, and the anger or relief which may come when your "disability" is confirmed... If you want a book that's aimed at the majority of AU readers, or if you're looking for an explanation of how you are feeling, how you have feel, and how you might feel in future, then this could be a very useful book. -- the Goth, Asperger United

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Everything an adult needs to know about the journey of late diagnosis

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jessica Kingsley Publishers; Illustrated edition (September 21, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1849054339
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1849054331
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.98 x 0.4 x 9.02 inches
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    As representatives of the Wylie international conglomerate and associated trust fund we would like to express our condolences following the demise of Philip Wylie – but will not. Unfortunately Philip brought shame and embarrassment to his family with his reckless and lewd behaviour, obsessive womanizing and practical jokes.

    Philip’s final practical joke of defrauding the National Health Service by pretending to be autistic along with a plethora of other psychosomatic diseases was his shameless legacy. We apologise for Philip’s menacing assault on society. Our trust fund has already settled claims for damages amounting to $65 million, predominantly single Asian women for his duplicitous acts of hedonism.

    The Wylie family has scientific evidence to prove that Philip was a genetically pure Anglo-Saxon. We have been notified that Philip bribed a Cambodian psychiatrist to give him a formal diagnosis of Asperger syndrome. We understand that Philip committed this fraud because he heard that women cannot resist intellectual men. More fool Philip.

    This leads us to the heart of Philip’s problem: he could never resist women. He was a sex-addicted demon who declined Twelve Steps recovery programmes whenever offered.

    We would like to say, “Rest in Peace” but we refuse to do so because he never did a darned day’s work in his life. Why should he rest in Hell when he did nothing but rest on Earth?

    Now, without Philip, the world is a safer and more orderly place. Thank you for not showing any interest in any of his nonsensical illiterary rants and garbled chainsawesqe sermons.

    Finally, whatever you do, don’t believe any published conspiracy theories about Philip being reincarnated as a Buddhist shaman somewhere in the Peruvian jungle, soliciting business from gullible foreign tourists. This is yet another of Philip’s pathetic and shameful scams.

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Ken Ward
5.0 out of 5 stars Empowering, important and timely for new adult Aspies.
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2016
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Ha, I'm an Aspie and didn't know it until recently.
This book is empowering because it quickly leads to better understanding, actionable strategies and real world improvement. We've come a long way in understanding Asperger's. Far enough to realize a lot of us adults never had the opportunity to better understand what makes us different.

If applicable, this could be a very timely and important book for you or someone you care about. It certainly is for me.
Based on the understanding of the 60s & 70s, I was ADD/ADHD. I accepted that, but have read a lot on the subject and found much of the criteria for ADD wasn't a good match for my symptoms. What I did notice was that ADD and Asperger's are similar enough that and Aspie could be mistaken for ADD. And they both respond well to the same lifestyle management strategies (diet/nutrition, exercise/rest, etc.).
Decades ago, I read the DSM3 on Asperger's, but it didn't grab me. The DSM5 has come a long way, but most of the focus has been on boys and now girls... not much for older adults.

I'm a generally happy guy, but understanding what makes me different, my strengths and weaknesses, how to better understand people I care about, really makes me happier. I have a really good life, but I feel I owe a lot of it to the strategies in this book. It's what I wish I knew before, all in one book. I've read a few books on Asperger's, but this title is very specific and if applicable, I highly recommend you allow this book to change your life.
Hope that helps, Sincerely, Ken :^)
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Kathi Murriello
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Enlightening!
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2022
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I bought the book when our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder three years ago at 52 years old. He found it to be very helpful; more so than any of the other books he'd read on ASD. I would recommend it for any adult who believes they are on the spectrum, or has been diagnosed. As a result I discovered that I am also on the spectrum.
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Hal Arbit
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Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2021
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This book provides a map and understanding of what it is like to have ASD. It gives useful information and links to additional information. I’m happy I bought it.
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Betty Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars in an easy, logical way
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2017
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At 67, I was relieved to know why I always "felt different." After taking several online Asperger tests, I searched for books to learn more, but found very few that really helped me to navigate this new terrain. Philip Wylie carries you through, in an easy, logical way, what to expect of yourself, your family, friends, and co-workers. Wish I had known all this earlier in life, but even so, this book has made me feel much more capable of determining my own destiny, without feeling handicapped in any way. In fact, I now appreciate my differences instead of agonizing over them.
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John Mark Cornelius
5.0 out of 5 stars Very, very late diagnosis of ASD
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2015
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This is just what I was looking for at just the right time. I received my ASD diagnosis even later than the author of this book did, at age 57. I felt cheated out of life. I also felt I deserved an Academy Award for the long-term performance I have put in, just to fit in to this world designed by Neurotypicals. I have confidence now, as a result of my diagnosis and confirmation by this book. I will now "re-invent" myself, armed with who I am, what my shortcomings are, confirmation of my strengths, and courage to press forward and have fun, now that I have retired from a 30-year career doing what should have been the impossible. All without knowing I was on the Spectrum!! Watch Out World!!!!
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Max
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2018
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Personal and anecdotal. It didn't help me.
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JRM
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the book’s intended audience
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2020
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Finally found a great book that wasn’t written to parents of an autistic child. I’m a 60-year old newly diagnosed Aspie. I bought quite a few books that seemed good, but it’s impossible for me to ask my mommy and daddy or relate as if I’m a parent of an autistic child. This book is 100% relatable for me.
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Stacy
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read for someone who discovers or suspects they may have Aspergers late in life.
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2015
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I bought this to read about my husband's suspected Aspergers. It's written by a guy who discovered his own Aspergers late in life. For me, it was rather dry. However, my husband took it to work and has been reading it while his reports are running. He seems to be relating to it and figuring out his past through some of the scenarios. I'd recommend it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Bom
Reviewed in Brazil on October 12, 2022
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Cheryl
5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative
Reviewed in Canada on April 6, 2021
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I am a 64 year old woman with Aspergers symptoms. This book is excellent in describing Aspergers, giving information and about where to go from here.
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S. Heath
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy reading with a couple of excellent insights for those of us with a late diagnosis
Reviewed in Australia on August 18, 2021
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Was recommended this following my diagnosis at 50. There are a lot of resources available out there but this held some additional perspectives I hadn't come across before. I got value reading this post diagnosis , not sure how valuable it would have been pre assessment and before that wtf moment when the penny finally drops . Worth the money and read IMHO.
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Rowan
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book. If you search Asperger syndrome or Autism ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 7, 2014
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Excellent book. If you search Asperger syndrome or Autism spectrum disorder on Amazon you will find many many results. But please be aware that upon inspection you will soon see that the majority are written and compiled by solely by people that are not actually on the spectrum themselves. This may not be an issue for you as you may be a parent/ partner/friend seeking advice on Asperger's/ASD , from the outside looking AT the Autism spectrum. Personally I prefer to identify with the Author, as I am on the AS. Here There is a different 'accent' which I 'get' - how we interpret the world around us. The description of living rings true with me. This is often not the case when the Author is a health care professional approaching it from a kind of purely academic perspective, (with some exceptions of course, for example Tony Attwood is excellent). Finding you are on the AS later in life is covered thoroughly in this book. Well worth the read. Quite short and to the point :)
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Cheerioh
3.0 out of 5 stars Un bon témoignage mais avec les défauts du témoignage
Reviewed in France on October 22, 2014
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Je salue l'initiative de Philip Wylie d'expliquer son parcours en tant que personne diagnostiquée Asperger à 51 ans (très tardif donc). Il souligne le parcours complexe des personnes adultes aujourd'hui et qui n'ont donc pas pu recevoir ce diagnostique posé uniquement à partir des années 90 et largement méconnu par le monde médical.

Par contre c'est son parcours, son chemin de dépression, c'est parfois un peu lâche en terme de récit car on voudrait avoir plus de détails. Il existe dans cet ouvrage de trop nombreuses redites et j'ai sauté certains passages entiers.

A noter qu'il évoque beaucoup le système anglais et que de nombreux éléments ne correspondent donc pas au modèle français.
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