Embarrassed Often Ashamed Never: Quips and Short Stories from One Family's Ongoing Adventure With Asperger Syndrome and Autism

By Lisa B. Elliott

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1931282129
• ISBN13: 9781931282123
• Release Date: September 2002
• Publisher: Aapc Inc
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.8" x 0.5" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL BOOK ~ ONE OF THE BEST

This is absolutely one of the best books I have read on Asperger Syndrome! When our son was diagnosed two years ago, I read and read and read as many books as I could on AS. Many were way over my head as they were so technical, some were hard to follow, several seemed to focus mainly on the negatives . . . EMBARRASSED OFTEN, ASHAMED NEVER IS THE PERFECT READ FOR A PARENT WITH A NEWLY DIAGNOSED CHILD OR FOR AN EDUCATOR. When our son was first diagnosed, we weren't sure about the diagnosis as we had never heard of Aspergers. We researched on the internet and thought, "okay, this is familiar, maybe so." We read this book and thought, "WOW, THIS IS OUR SON!" The title and the theme of the book fit our life . . . we are often embarrassed but we are never, ever ashamed. Be sure to buy this one, you won't regret it!

Poignant and Humurous

As a professional I feel this easy-to-read book provides insights into the everyday experiences of a family living with a child with autism spectrum disorder. Lisa invites the reader to take a glimpse into her family life by sharing poignant and humorous stories of their experiences. Through the experiences of her son, Clark, Lisa reminds is that although living with a child with autism spectrum disorder often leads to embarrassing moments, nobody ever needs to be ashamed. This enlightening book is a must read for parents, family members and professionals who live and work with individuals who have autism spectrum disorders

reader from Florida

Embarrassed Often Ashamed Never is an easy to read book. Once I started reading I couldn't put it down until I was finished. I found this book full of "human real life" stories that touched my heart. As I was reading I could picture in my mind just what was actually happening in the story she was telling. I appreciate the openess that Lisa and her family shared with us in the book. One of my friends that works with children in the school that have Asperger Syndrome recommend that I read the book so as a parent working in the school it would give me a better understanding of some of our special children. Now I try to look at situations through their eyes when I'm helping out at school. Everyone should read this book.

Great Book - Inspirational and Enlightening

This book is a must read for any parent, educational professional, or grandparent. It is a collection of stories that offers a view into one family's life as they reflect on their autistic/Asperger's child. For some, this book will provide comfort while others will hopefully gain understanding and enlightenment. The author graciously invites you into her world with all its' challenges and rewards. It reminds us all that each child is unique; someone to be treasured, cultivated, and loved. She reminds all parents that we are part of a community where we need to judge less and support more. Many stories I could relate to directly while others I gained inspiration from this family's courage, patience, perseverance, and love. I had a hard time putting the book down.

Children with Exceptions and Exceptional Parents

This book presents a parents view of an exceptional child. Brillient on one hand and socially dificult on the other hand. It is an image of some of the brightest adults I've been exposed to. These people have the abality to singularly focus on a given subject and be absorbed by it. The trick is to guide them. Thus the exceptional parent. In the past we called these people eccentric. Perhaps now we will understand more about the likes of Einstein and Mozart.