USEFUL SOURCES OF HELP AND INFORMATION

Asperger’s Association of New England (AANE) (www.aane.org), a website for spouses of partners with Asperger syndrome. It offers understanding and support for the non-Asperger partner.

Aspergers And Other Half (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/AspergersAndOtherHalf/info) is for partners/spouses (females only) of individuals suspected to have, or officially diagnosed with, Asperger syndrome, to connect with other women facing similar situations who understand the realities of relationships with a partner on the spectrum. It is a safe place for women to talk about their experiences without facing disbelief, finding people who are familiar with their experiences and who offer empathy and support.

Asperger Syndrome Partners and Individuals Resources, Encouragement and Support (ASPIRES) (www.aspires-relationships.com), an online resource for spouses and family members of adults diagnosed or suspected to be on the autistm spectrum. Approaches to one another and towards ‘significant others’ are directed towards solving problems in the relationship with a spectrum-sitting spouse.

Relate Derby and Southern Derbyshire (http://relatederby.org.uk) enables people to talk directly to a counsellor and to discuss, in confidence, any relationship issues they have regarding Asperger syndrome. All calls to the Derby Relate Line are charged at the standard national rate. Address: 62 Friar Gate, Derby DE1 1DJ; Tel: 01332 349177 [lines open every Tuesday, 10.30am until 4.30pm]; Email: info@relatederby.org.uk; Twitter: @RelateDerby

Families of Adults Afflicted by Asperger’s Syndrome (FAAAS) (www.faaas.org) is run by Karen E. Rodman, whose husband has both Asperger and Tourette’s syndromes. It is for the non-Asperger partner.

The National Autistic Society (www.autism.org.uk) is the leading UK charity for people with autism (including Asperger syndrome) and their families, providing information and support for people on the autism spectrum.

Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support (OASIS @ MAPP) (www.aspergersyndrome.org), a single resource for families and medical professionals dealing with the challenges of Asperger syndrome, autism and pervasive developmental disorder/not otherwise specified (PDD/NOS).

Asperger Partner (www.aspergerpartner.dk), a Danish neurotypical site with some articles in English.

Professor Tony Attwood (www.tonyattwood.com), a well respected author and expert on the subject of Asperger syndrome, especially as it relates to personal relationships and family dynamics.