Ignored Or Ineligible?
Author | : Judith Barnard |
Publisher | : National Autistic Society |
Total Pages | : 32 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-10 | : 1899280618 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781899280612 |
Rating | : 4/5 (18 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This report examines the situation for adults with autism and Asperger syndrome. It highlights the fact that the majority of people on the autistic spectrum have been excluded from services in England as a result of the recent Learning Disability Strategy as they are of average or above average intelligence. This report examines the situation for adults with autism and Asperger syndrome, based on a large survey of NAS members and their families. It highlights the fact that the majority of people on the autistic spectrum have been excluded from services in England as a result of the recent Learning Disability Strategy as they are of average or above average intelligence.