The Autism Spectrum and Depression

Dubin, a psychologist who has Asperger’s syndrome, has suffered from depression, and has written many books on autism, considers the relationship between Asperger’s syndrome and depression and how those with Asperger’s can cope. He uses a bio-psycho-social approach and shares his own experiences (including an interview with his parents) as he discusses the relationship between the two conditions; the definition of depression, triggers, learned helplessness, biological causes, and types; cognitive-behavioral therapy; factors that lead to dark experiences; suicide; the role of perfectionism; anger; and strategies for managing depression. Annotation ©2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)