Autism For Dummies (eBook)
435 Seiten
For Dummies (Verlag)
978-1-394-30102-7 (ISBN)
Embrace neurodiversity and foster understanding
Autism For Dummies is a comprehensive guide exploring the full spectrum of autism experiences. This essential resource deepens understanding for self-advocates, parents, educators, and professionals, fostering respect and acceptance for all individuals on the autism spectrum. Covering the basics of autism, including the latest research and diagnostic criteria, the book offers insights into neurological diversity. It acknowledges the vastly different abilities and support needs among autistic individuals, portraying these experiences with depth and empathy.
The book addresses families' and caregivers' experiences, offering candid testimonials and practical advice on advocating for resources, fostering supportive communities, and ensuring the best outcomes for their children. Autism For Dummies bridges polarized views within the autism community, highlighting self-advocates' calls for independence and parents' need for comprehensive support.
Through respectful dialogue and shared stories, the book encourages an enlightened approach to support and acceptance and provides practical strategies for inclusion, covering tools for communities, schools, and workplaces to become more accommodating and empowering.
The book:
- Explains the varied support needs of autistic individuals, from extensive daily support to minimal assistance
- Offers strategies for caregivers supporting children and adults with autism
- Includes candid testimonials and practical advice from real families on how to advocate for appropriate resources and foster supportive environments
- Provides tools for inclusive communities, schools, and workplaces
With its compassionate and inclusive approach, Autism For Dummies educates and inspires broader understanding and acceptance, calling on readers to help create a society where every autistic individual can thrive.
John Marble is the founder of Pivot Neurodiversity and a trainer with Neurodiversity Pathways.
Khushboo Chabria is a neurodiversity specialist and career coach at Neurodiversity Pathways.
Ranga Jayaraman is Director of Neurodiversity Pathways.
All three are authors of Neurodiversity For Dummies.
Embrace neurodiversity and foster understanding Autism For Dummies is a comprehensive guide exploring the full spectrum of autism experiences. This essential resource deepens understanding for self-advocates, parents, educators, and professionals, fostering respect and acceptance for all individuals on the autism spectrum. Covering the basics of autism, including the latest research and diagnostic criteria, the book offers insights into neurological diversity. It acknowledges the vastly different abilities and support needs among autistic individuals, portraying these experiences with depth and empathy. The book addresses families' and caregivers' experiences, offering candid testimonials and practical advice on advocating for resources, fostering supportive communities, and ensuring the best outcomes for their children. Autism For Dummies bridges polarized views within the autism community, highlighting self-advocates' calls for independence and parents' need for comprehensive support. Through respectful dialogue and shared stories, the book encourages an enlightened approach to support and acceptance and provides practical strategies for inclusion, covering tools for communities, schools, and workplaces to become more accommodating and empowering. The book: Explains the varied support needs of autistic individuals, from extensive daily support to minimal assistance Offers strategies for caregivers supporting children and adults with autism Includes candid testimonials and practical advice from real families on how to advocate for appropriate resources and foster supportive environments Provides tools for inclusive communities, schools, and workplaces With its compassionate and inclusive approach, Autism For Dummies educates and inspires broader understanding and acceptance, calling on readers to help create a society where every autistic individual can thrive.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 27.3.2025 |
|---|---|
| Vorwort | Temple Grandin, Hari Srinivasan |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie |
| Medizin / Pharmazie ► Allgemeines / Lexika | |
| Schlagworte | am I autistic? • autism diagnosis • autism inclusion • autism needs • autism resources • Autism Spectrum • Child Autism • do I have autism? • Hari Srinivasan • living with autism • neurodevelopmental conditions • neurodiversity • Temple Grandin • Understanding Autism • What is autism? • what is the autism spectrum? |
| ISBN-10 | 1-394-30102-2 / 1394301022 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-394-30102-7 / 9781394301027 |
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