She is the author of several books on Asperger's Syndrome, including " Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome," " Asperger Syndrome in Adolescence: Living with the Ups, the Downs, and Things in Between," " Asperger Syndrome in the Family: Redefining Normal," and " Safety Skills for Asperger Women: How to Save a Perfectly Good Female Life." These books offer insight and guidance for those with Asperger's Syndrome and their families. Willey coined the term ' Aspie' in 1999 to refer to people with Asperger's Syndrome. She has also used her personal experiences with Asperger's Syndrome to advocate for better understanding and acceptance within the community. Since her diagnosis, she has focused her academic research on females with Asperger's Syndrome and communication skills for people on the autism spectrum. Willey was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at the age of 35, in 1999. She is the senior editor of Autism Spectrum Quarterly and a speaker on the subject of Asperger's Syndrome. Willey holds a doctorate in education, specializing in the fields of psycholinguistics and learning style differences. She has written several books on Asperger's Syndrome, including " Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome" and "Asperger Syndrome in the Family: Redefining Normal." Education and career Liane Holliday Willey is an American writer, researcher and advocate for people with Asperger's Syndrome.
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