Hi, I want to explain ds's Aspergers to my dad and stepmum. They don't officially know about his diagnosis but each time they see him, it's increasingly clear that there is something "different" going on. However, neither of them directly asks or comments, nor picks up on my attempts to discuss his behaviour. Both appear to feel very awkward about the whole subject, and I think my stepmum in particular might think it's all my fault (she has five boys of her own and a zillion grandchildren and none of them behave like ds).
So I do want to have a discussion about it with them as visits are becoming harder. I think they might be able to understand/accept it more easily if I could give them something to read - something that explains just what Asperger's is and what aspects of life it affects - I'd particularly like to show them something that discusses sensory issues, meltdowns/anxiety etc.
I realise it might sound odd that I can't simply explain these things face to face, but I think that reading something authoritative would mean they would take it seriously and would also give them some time to let it sink in.
Any suggestions for books, articles, blogs, whatever would be most appreciated. Thank you.