In its focus on conversational skills, this book breaks new ground for people with autism spectrum disorders and aims to help them cope well in any social situation. Beginning by explaining the theories of verbal and non verbal communication, the authors then turn to practical matters and provide guidance on social situations: from attending large social gatherings, taking a child to the doctor's, solving marital disputes, to spending time with a partner's relatives. As well as helpful tips on how to act and react in a given context, there is advice on how to avoid potentially problematic situations, tips on how best to give and receive compliments and criticism, and even a section on how to get and keep a job successfully. A must for all those with autism spectrum disorders and those close to them, Asperger Syndrome and Conversational Skills aims to explain and improve `social skills' and make social situations a pleasure.