Autistics in Academia
Narratives of Work, Adversity, and Achievement from Around the World
Seiten
2025
Cambridge University Press (Verlag)
978-1-009-37406-4 (ISBN)
Cambridge University Press (Verlag)
978-1-009-37406-4 (ISBN)
Featuring voices of thirty-seven autistic academics worldwide, this book offers an exploration of their experiences in academic spaces through engaging first-person narratives. It provides valuable recommendations for non-autistic colleagues, institutions or anyone committed to promoting inclusivity in academic spaces.
Embracing neurodiversity, Autistics in Academia amplifies the voices of thirty-seven autistic academics from around the world, unveiling their unique perspectives in academia. Sandra Thom-Jones, an academic and advocate, spotlights overlooked contributions, addressing challenges veiled by stigma. The book aims to dismantle barriers and foster a more inclusive academic landscape. Drawing on first-hand narratives, this work not only raises awareness but also provides insights into how non-autistic individuals can actively contribute to the success and enrichment of autistic academics. This book is an essential resource for those seeking to understand, support, and champion the contributions of autistic individuals within the academic world, and for anyone interested in building a more inclusive academy.
Embracing neurodiversity, Autistics in Academia amplifies the voices of thirty-seven autistic academics from around the world, unveiling their unique perspectives in academia. Sandra Thom-Jones, an academic and advocate, spotlights overlooked contributions, addressing challenges veiled by stigma. The book aims to dismantle barriers and foster a more inclusive academic landscape. Drawing on first-hand narratives, this work not only raises awareness but also provides insights into how non-autistic individuals can actively contribute to the success and enrichment of autistic academics. This book is an essential resource for those seeking to understand, support, and champion the contributions of autistic individuals within the academic world, and for anyone interested in building a more inclusive academy.
Sandra Thom-Jones, honorary professor at the University of Wollongong, most recently served as Pro Vice-Chancellor, Research Impact at Australian Catholic University. She now works as an independent autism researcher and consultant. Thom-Jones is also the author of Growing into Autism (2022).
Acknowledgements; Author's Note: Why This Book?; 1. Who Are We?; 2. How Did We Get Here?; 3. Apprenticeship; 4 Strengths; 5. Challenges; 6. Identity; 7. Disclosure; 8. Adjustments; 9. Conferences; 10. Aspirations; 11. Advice (For You); 12. Advice (For Us); Afterword; Appendix A: Whether, When and How to Disclose; Appendix B: Self Advocacy in the Workplace; Appendix C: Additional Resources; References.
| Erscheinungsdatum | 15.05.2025 |
|---|---|
| Zusatzinfo | Worked examples or Exercises |
| Verlagsort | Cambridge |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 152 x 229 mm |
| Gewicht | 520 g |
| Themenwelt | Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie ► Allgemeine Psychologie |
| Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie ► Pädagogische Psychologie | |
| Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie ► Sozialpsychologie | |
| Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie ► Verhaltenstherapie | |
| Medizin / Pharmazie | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-009-37406-0 / 1009374060 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-009-37406-4 / 9781009374064 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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