Mutual Support and Mental Health Barry Winbolt Many adults on the autism

Many adults on the autism spectrum experience isolation

It prepares families to have realistic expectations and equips them with knowledge to deal with a host of situations that may arise

through shared confidence-building activities like cooking and gardening

it also questions the marginalized position of women classified as having 'learning difficulties' in feminist and disability literature

as well as the professionals supporting them

Mutual Support and Mental Health Barry Winbolt Many adults on the autismMental health services tend to view and treat mental health problems in an individual centric way. This book argues for an alternative route to recovery that is cognizant of our social nature, needs and difficulties. Focusing on the therapeutic value of meeting others with similar experiences, it explores how mutual support can help ease the distress of mental health problems and foster emotional and psychological wellbeing. The author provides an