Miller, John. Decoding Dating: A Guide to the Unwritten Social Rules of Dating for Men with Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder). (2014.)
Appropriate for: Men on the spectrum interested in dating and parents who want information on dating from the perspective of someone on the spectrum
Written by a man on the spectrum who learned about the dating world through trial and error. It covers the basics from when to disclose your autism and flirting to qualities to look for, sex, and communication. It really hammers home the idea that any potential girlfriend will need to be okay with your quirks and that you will need to be very aware that girls generally do not want to only talk about Star Wars and greatest tank battles of World War II. It also The information seemed a little basic to me, but my 18-year-old son thought that it was full of useful information.
Uhlenkamp, Jeannie, with foreward by Diane Adreon. The Guide to Dating for Teenagers with Asperger Syndrome. (2009.)
Appropriate for: Teenagers curious about dating and parents with teens who are curious about dating
This brief book is a compilation of advice column-like questions and answers covering the full range of dating topics from "How do I know if she likes me?" and "What should I talk about?" to "Still upset after an argument" and "Is it O.K. to break up over the phone?" Each question is briefly and sensibly answered with some discussion questions that prompt self-reflection and a main point summary. Honestly, this book would be good for any teen, on or off the spectrum. It's simple, clear, and covers the bases.
Appropriate for: Men on the spectrum interested in dating and parents who want information on dating from the perspective of someone on the spectrum
Written by a man on the spectrum who learned about the dating world through trial and error. It covers the basics from when to disclose your autism and flirting to qualities to look for, sex, and communication. It really hammers home the idea that any potential girlfriend will need to be okay with your quirks and that you will need to be very aware that girls generally do not want to only talk about Star Wars and greatest tank battles of World War II. It also The information seemed a little basic to me, but my 18-year-old son thought that it was full of useful information.
Uhlenkamp, Jeannie, with foreward by Diane Adreon. The Guide to Dating for Teenagers with Asperger Syndrome. (2009.)
Appropriate for: Teenagers curious about dating and parents with teens who are curious about dating
This brief book is a compilation of advice column-like questions and answers covering the full range of dating topics from "How do I know if she likes me?" and "What should I talk about?" to "Still upset after an argument" and "Is it O.K. to break up over the phone?" Each question is briefly and sensibly answered with some discussion questions that prompt self-reflection and a main point summary. Honestly, this book would be good for any teen, on or off the spectrum. It's simple, clear, and covers the bases.