Asperger Syndrome in Adolescence: Living with the Ups, the Downs and Things in Between

by Liane Holliday Willey (Editor)

Childhood and adult experiences of individuals with Asperger Syndrome (AS) are becoming increasingly well documented, yet the crucial formative teenage years have, so far, been neglected. Adolescence is a difficult time for any teenager, but when you have Asperger Syndrome this already emotionally complex time of life becomes all the more challenging. Reflecting the views of parents, professionals and those with AS themselves, this book tackles issues that are pertinent to all teenagers, such as sexuality, depression and friendship, as well as discussing topics like disclosure and therapeutic alternatives that are more specific to those with AS. This book aims to make the transition from child to adult as smooth as possible, and is an essential survival guide to adolescence.

Genres: Nonfiction, Autistic Spectrum Disorder

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Liane Holliday Willey is a neurodivergent author whose venture into historical fiction explores the intersection of history, identity, and the quiet resilience required to navigate a world not designed for difference. Her writing is grounded in historical research and shaped by a deep commitment to portraying complex inner lives with authenticity and compassion.

Her forthcoming novel, The Shape of Charlotte, is a character-driven work of historical fiction set in early 19th-century New York, examining autonomy, societal expectations, and the consequences of misunderstanding difference. Through layered storytelling and moral nuance, her work invites readers to reconsider the past and the ways it continues to shape the present, prompting a deeper reflection on how we understand and live in the world today.

She holds a doctorate in education and has spent her career advocating for greater understanding of neurodiversity. She is the author of four internationally bestselling nonfiction books on autism. She lives in the United States.