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Neurodiversity and Autism Acceptance

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The neurodiversity movement aims to embrace the natural neurological differences among all people, including those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and views these differences in a non-pathological way. This social justice movement guides research and education by helping clinicians, teachers, family members and those with neurological differences to address their differences and live fulfilling lives. These nonfiction titles are just a sampling of the diverse ways people can view and interact with the world.

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Divergent Mind

Divergent Mind

Thriving in A World That Wasn't Designed for You

by Nerenberg, Jenara

Book - 2019

This paradigm-shifting study of neurodivergent women including those with ADHD, autism and other sensory processing differences explores why these traits ...Show more This paradigm-shifting study of neurodivergent women including those with ADHD, autism and other sensory processing differences explores why these traits are overlooked in women and how society benefits from allowing their unique strengths to flourish. Show less

This paradigm-shifting study of neurodivergent women including those with ADHD, autism and other sensory processing differences explores why these traits ...Show more This paradigm-shifting study of neurodivergent women including those with ADHD, autism and other sensory processing differences explores why these traits are overlooked in women and how society benefits from allowing their unique strengths to flourish. Show less

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Sincerely, your Autistic Child

Sincerely, your Autistic Child

What People on the Autism Spectrum Wish Their Parents Knew About Growing Up, Acceptance, and Identity

Book - 2021

In this book, autistic people of diverse racial, ethnic, educational, socioeconomic, and gender backgrounds talk about not just what we wish our own paren...Show more In this book, autistic people of diverse racial, ethnic, educational, socioeconomic, and gender backgrounds talk about not just what we wish our own parents had known when we were growing up, but what we most want all parents to know about raising autistic kids today. Show less

In this book, autistic people of diverse racial, ethnic, educational, socioeconomic, and gender backgrounds talk about not just what we wish our own paren...Show more In this book, autistic people of diverse racial, ethnic, educational, socioeconomic, and gender backgrounds talk about not just what we wish our own parents had known when we were growing up, but what we most want all parents to know about raising autistic kids today. Show less

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Unmasking Autism

Unmasking Autism

Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity

by Price, Devon

Book - 2022

A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity. A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity. Show less

A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity. A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity. Show less

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Look Me in the Eye

Look Me in the Eye

My Life With Asperger's

by Robison, John Elder

Book - 2007

Look Me in the Eye is the moving, darkly funny story of growing up with Aspergers at a time when the diagnosis simply didn't exist. A born storyteller, Robison takes readers inside the head of a boy who teachers and other adults regard as defective. Look Me in the Eye is the moving, darkly funny story of growing up with Aspergers at a time when the diagnosis simply didn't exist. A born storyteller, Robison takes readers inside the head of a boy who teachers and other adults regard as defective. Show less

Look Me in the Eye is the moving, darkly funny story of growing up with Aspergers at a time when the diagnosis simply didn't exist. A born storyteller, Robison takes readers inside the head of a boy who teachers and other adults regard as defective. Look Me in the Eye is the moving, darkly funny story of growing up with Aspergers at a time when the diagnosis simply didn't exist. A born storyteller, Robison takes readers inside the head of a boy who teachers and other adults regard as defective. Show less

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Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity

Discovering the Extraordinary Gifts of Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Brain Differences

by Armstrong, Thomas

Book - 2010

Armstrong argues that we have been too quick to pathologize brain differences. Indeed, in recent years, we have re-classified these differences, labeling ...Show more Armstrong argues that we have been too quick to pathologize brain differences. Indeed, in recent years, we have re-classified these differences, labeling many of them "disorders." What science suggests is that there are many different ways for our brains to be wired and that actual "gifts" or "strengths" are attached to some of these differences. Show less

Armstrong argues that we have been too quick to pathologize brain differences. Indeed, in recent years, we have re-classified these differences, labeling ...Show more Armstrong argues that we have been too quick to pathologize brain differences. Indeed, in recent years, we have re-classified these differences, labeling many of them "disorders." What science suggests is that there are many different ways for our brains to be wired and that actual "gifts" or "strengths" are attached to some of these differences. Show less

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Odd Girl Out

Odd Girl Out

An Autistic Woman in A Neurotypical World

by James, Laura E

Book - 2017

From early childhood, Laura James knew she was different, but it wasn't until her mid-forties that she found out why. This book charts a year in her life ...Show more From early childhood, Laura James knew she was different, but it wasn't until her mid-forties that she found out why. This book charts a year in her life and offers a unique insight into the autistic mind and the journey from diagnosis to acceptance. Show less

From early childhood, Laura James knew she was different, but it wasn't until her mid-forties that she found out why. This book charts a year in her life ...Show more From early childhood, Laura James knew she was different, but it wasn't until her mid-forties that she found out why. This book charts a year in her life and offers a unique insight into the autistic mind and the journey from diagnosis to acceptance. Show less

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Uniquely Human

Uniquely Human

A Different Way of Seeing Autism

by Prizant, Barry M

Book - 2015

Autism therapy typically focuses on ridding individuals of "autistic" symptoms such as difficulties interacting socially, problems in communicat...Show more Autism therapy typically focuses on ridding individuals of "autistic" symptoms such as difficulties interacting socially, problems in communicating, sensory challenges, and repetitive behavior patterns. Now Dr. Barry M. Prizant offers a new and compelling paradigm: the most successful approaches to autism don't aim at fixing a person by eliminating symptoms, but rather seeking to understand the individual's experience and what underlies the behavior. Show less

Autism therapy typically focuses on ridding individuals of "autistic" symptoms such as difficulties interacting socially, problems in communicat...Show more Autism therapy typically focuses on ridding individuals of "autistic" symptoms such as difficulties interacting socially, problems in communicating, sensory challenges, and repetitive behavior patterns. Now Dr. Barry M. Prizant offers a new and compelling paradigm: the most successful approaches to autism don't aim at fixing a person by eliminating symptoms, but rather seeking to understand the individual's experience and what underlies the behavior. Show less

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Neurotribes

Neurotribes

The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity

by Silberman, Steve

Book - 2015

A groundbreaking book that upends conventional thinking about autism and suggests a broader model for acceptance, understanding, and full participation in society for people who think differently. A groundbreaking book that upends conventional thinking about autism and suggests a broader model for acceptance, understanding, and full participation in society for people who think differently. Show less

A groundbreaking book that upends conventional thinking about autism and suggests a broader model for acceptance, understanding, and full participation in society for people who think differently. A groundbreaking book that upends conventional thinking about autism and suggests a broader model for acceptance, understanding, and full participation in society for people who think differently. Show less

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The Autism and Neurodiversity Self-advocacy Handbook

The Autism and Neurodiversity Self-advocacy Handbook

Developing the Skills to Determine your Own Future

by Cook, Barb

Book - 2022

Being autistic, you might encounter more challenges than others, such as dealing with ableism, discrimination in employment or difficulties in your relati...Show more Being autistic, you might encounter more challenges than others, such as dealing with ableism, discrimination in employment or difficulties in your relationships. Written by two autistic activists, this book will give you the tools and strategies to advocate for yourself. Show less

Being autistic, you might encounter more challenges than others, such as dealing with ableism, discrimination in employment or difficulties in your relati...Show more Being autistic, you might encounter more challenges than others, such as dealing with ableism, discrimination in employment or difficulties in your relationships. Written by two autistic activists, this book will give you the tools and strategies to advocate for yourself. Show less

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My Brain Is Different

My Brain Is Different

Stories Of ADHD And Other Developmental Disorders

by Monzusu

Graphic Novel - 2022

This intimate manga anthology is about the struggles and successes of individuals learning to navigate daily life with a developmental disorder. The comic...Show more This intimate manga anthology is about the struggles and successes of individuals learning to navigate daily life with a developmental disorder. The comics follow the stories of nine people, including a junior high dropout finding an alternate path to education; a former "troublesome" child helping kids at a support school; a so-called problem child realizing the beauty of his unique quirks; and a man falling in love with the world with the help of a new medication. This book illustrates the anxieties and triumphs of people living in a world not entirely built with them in mind. Show less

This intimate manga anthology is about the struggles and successes of individuals learning to navigate daily life with a developmental disorder. The comic...Show more This intimate manga anthology is about the struggles and successes of individuals learning to navigate daily life with a developmental disorder. The comics follow the stories of nine people, including a junior high dropout finding an alternate path to education; a former "troublesome" child helping kids at a support school; a so-called problem child realizing the beauty of his unique quirks; and a man falling in love with the world with the help of a new medication. This book illustrates the anxieties and triumphs of people living in a world not entirely built with them in mind. Show less

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The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy

The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy

Step-by-step Advice on How to Ally and Speak up With Autistic People and the Autism Community / Jennifer Brunton and Jenna Gensic

by Brunton, Jennifer

Book - 2021

This step-by-step guide discusses various aspects of how autism is perceived, explores how best to speak up for individual needs and introduces advocacy f...Show more This step-by-step guide discusses various aspects of how autism is perceived, explores how best to speak up for individual needs and introduces advocacy for the wider autistic community. Each step outlines one vital aspect of advocacy and allyship: emphasizing acceptance, avoiding assumptions and assuming competence. Show less

This step-by-step guide discusses various aspects of how autism is perceived, explores how best to speak up for individual needs and introduces advocacy f...Show more This step-by-step guide discusses various aspects of how autism is perceived, explores how best to speak up for individual needs and introduces advocacy for the wider autistic community. Each step outlines one vital aspect of advocacy and allyship: emphasizing acceptance, avoiding assumptions and assuming competence. Show less

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May Tomorrow Be Awake

May Tomorrow Be Awake

On Poetry, Autism, and Our Neurodiverse Future

by Martin, Chris

Book - 2022

An award-winning poet shares his groundbreaking approach to helping autistic students find their voices through poetry, in this powerful and inspiring story of one educator's journey to understand and communicate with his students. An award-winning poet shares his groundbreaking approach to helping autistic students find their voices through poetry, in this powerful and inspiring story of one educator's journey to understand and communicate with his students. Show less

An award-winning poet shares his groundbreaking approach to helping autistic students find their voices through poetry, in this powerful and inspiring story of one educator's journey to understand and communicate with his students. An award-winning poet shares his groundbreaking approach to helping autistic students find their voices through poetry, in this powerful and inspiring story of one educator's journey to understand and communicate with his students. Show less

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Letters to My Weird Sisters

Letters to My Weird Sisters

by Limburg, Joanne

Book - 2021

An autistic feminist author looks at women's history in search of her "weird sisters.": "It seemed to me that many of the moments when my a...Show more An autistic feminist author looks at women's history in search of her "weird sisters.": "It seemed to me that many of the moments when my autism had caused problems, or at least marked me out as different, were those moments when I had come up against some unspoken law about how a girl or a woman should be, and failed to meet it." Show less

An autistic feminist author looks at women's history in search of her "weird sisters.": "It seemed to me that many of the moments when my a...Show more An autistic feminist author looks at women's history in search of her "weird sisters.": "It seemed to me that many of the moments when my autism had caused problems, or at least marked me out as different, were those moments when I had come up against some unspoken law about how a girl or a woman should be, and failed to meet it." Show less

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How to Keep House While Drowning

How to Keep House While Drowning

A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing

by Davis, KC

Book - 2022

This innovative self-help guide for maintaining the home, delivered in bite-sized chunks that are easy to tackle, provides the reader with an inclusive set of tips and ways to reframe the mindset of what it means to be tidy. This innovative self-help guide for maintaining the home, delivered in bite-sized chunks that are easy to tackle, provides the reader with an inclusive set of tips and ways to reframe the mindset of what it means to be tidy. Show less

This innovative self-help guide for maintaining the home, delivered in bite-sized chunks that are easy to tackle, provides the reader with an inclusive set of tips and ways to reframe the mindset of what it means to be tidy. This innovative self-help guide for maintaining the home, delivered in bite-sized chunks that are easy to tackle, provides the reader with an inclusive set of tips and ways to reframe the mindset of what it means to be tidy. Show less

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The Dyslexia, ADHD, and DCD-friendly Study Skills Guide

The Dyslexia, ADHD, and DCD-friendly Study Skills Guide

Tips and Strategies for Exam Success

by McNicholas, Ann-Marie

Book - 2020

This interactive book offers strategies for learners with specific learning differences, including dyslexia, DCD/dyspraxia and ADHD. This interactive book offers strategies for learners with specific learning differences, including dyslexia, DCD/dyspraxia and ADHD. Show less

This interactive book offers strategies for learners with specific learning differences, including dyslexia, DCD/dyspraxia and ADHD. This interactive book offers strategies for learners with specific learning differences, including dyslexia, DCD/dyspraxia and ADHD. Show less

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Taking Charge of ADHD

Taking Charge of ADHD

The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents

by Barkley, Russell A.

Book - 2020

This book is aimed at parents of six-to-18-year-olds with ADHD. This book is aimed at parents of six-to-18-year-olds with ADHD. Show less

This book is aimed at parents of six-to-18-year-olds with ADHD. This book is aimed at parents of six-to-18-year-olds with ADHD. Show less

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A Little Less Broken

A Little Less Broken

How An Autism Diagnosis Finally Made Me Whole

by Schembari, Marian

Book - 2024

A memoir about a woman who was diagnosed with autism at thirty-four years old. The book also discusses the cultural dynamics that make it difficult women ...Show more A memoir about a woman who was diagnosed with autism at thirty-four years old. The book also discusses the cultural dynamics that make it difficult women and girls to get diagnosed and why so many people end up masking their differences for years or decades. Show less

A memoir about a woman who was diagnosed with autism at thirty-four years old. The book also discusses the cultural dynamics that make it difficult women ...Show more A memoir about a woman who was diagnosed with autism at thirty-four years old. The book also discusses the cultural dynamics that make it difficult women and girls to get diagnosed and why so many people end up masking their differences for years or decades. Show less

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