Frances Tustin: The Protective Shell in Children and Adults

it gets good reviews  

"The Protective Shell in Children and Adults does not propose a 'cure' for autism. Rather, it suggests that psychotherapeutic treatment which is based on a deep understanding of the function of autism can modify and heal the overwhelming need for this powerful inbuilt survival reaction, so that it is used appropriately in a less overall and crippling way.

This work is by a professional primarily for other professionals, but thoughtful people who are interested in the fundamental aspects of human nature will also find much to interest them."

I would attempt to read it --- u might need some psychotherapeutic experience/knowledge

it gets good reviews  

"The Protective Shell in Children and Adults does not propose a 'cure' for autism. Rather, it suggests that psychotherapeutic treatment which is based on a deep understanding of the function of autism can modify and heal the overwhelming need for this powerful inbuilt survival reaction, so that it is used appropriately in a less overall and crippling way.

This work is by a professional primarily for other professionals, but thoughtful people who are interested in the fundamental aspects of human nature will also find much to interest them."

I would attempt to read it --- u might need some psychotherapeutic experience/knowledge

I'm gonna do chapter one tonight. I've got some therapy training so should be alright with the vocab and concepts, I'm just unsure about her take on autism. I'll find out!