"This is the book that would've saved me nine different therapists, decades of self-analysis, thousands of pounds, twelve different doctors and untold amounts of pain, frustration and trauma - in spending a lifetime looking for the right answers in the wrong places I've become an accidental expert." In this candid, witty and insightful exploration into therapy, Steph Jones uses her professional and lived experiences as a late diagnosed autistic woman and therapist, as well as consulting therapists from across the world and tapping into the autistic community, to create the ultimate autistic survival guide to therapy. Steph confronts the statistics, inadequate practices and ableist therapists head on and poses the questions of how we can make therapy neurodivergence-affirming and how to create safe spaces for autistic individuals. With strategic and practical advice to help recognise the 'red flags' of a dodgy therapist and provide a clear roadmap to finding your confidence and setting the appropriate boundaries with a new therapist, Steph has every question answered. To support therapists striving for inclusivity and a neurodiverse affirming practice, the inclusion of a context guide provides a deconstruction of each therapy session so you can recognise how undiagnosed (or diagnosed) autism may present itself during therapy and how you can start to explore this in the therapeutic space.
Self-diagnosis typically involves an individual recognizing autistic traits in themselves based on their own lived experiences and knowledge gained from resources such as books, online articles, and interactions with the autistic community.
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Without a doubt, the most common question that I get asked is 'What is Autism?' In this blog post today I'm going to be talking all about what autism is. So whether you are here as an individual yourself who is perhaps considering a diagnosis for yourself.. Or you're a parent of an autistic child,
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The Autism-Friendly Cookbook was created by journalist Lydia Wilkins for autistic adults and teens to turn to when cooking for friends, lacking inspiration, or on those low-energy days. With recipes to suit any occasion, the book is written in clear, jargon-free language which makes 'the obvious' obvious. Recipes are categorised by meal with additional guidance on the level of energy needed to tackle them, with options for low-energy or meltdown days, or days when you're able to take on a new challenge. They contain adaptations and options to suit different dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free, and additional modifications for those who are sensory seekers, sensory avoiders or who want to expand their repertoire in the kitchen. With contributions from individuals within the autistic community and options for quick meals, special occasions and more. With autistic people at its heart, the book also contains helpful tips and advice for parents and teachers looking to find out more.
Autism is not well understood, even today. For years, media and pseudoscience have established rumours around the autistic community. In this infographic, I set some of these straight.
Autism care is more than a service. It is a lifeline for families in Salisbury. The importance of effective assistance and resources for people with autism cannot be emphasized, and the consequence…
Explore how businesses are fostering inclusivity and understanding for autistic children through innovative design and practices.
Elevate your community workers lessons with this comprehensive unit, specially designed for special education teachers and parents of autistic students. Packed with engaging games, printables, flashcards, and an adapted book, this resource covers a range of learning styles. The set includes 12 flashcards with definitions, a 12-page adapted book, 9 matching worksheets, 8 writing worksheets, 7 creative writing worksheets, 12 coloring/following direction worksheets, an 'I Have, Who Has?' game, and Bingo with 2 levels of difficulty. The vocabulary focuses on essential community workers like teachers, doctors, police officers, and more, making it perfect for hands-on learning and accommodating various learning needs.
Discover how vocational training is empowering autistic teens to achieve their full potential.
Resources, tips, and materials to help you, help children with autism
Puzzle pieces are widely seen as hate symbols in the autistic community. Here, one autistic gives her perspective on the autism puzzle piece.
Self-diagnosis, sometimes referred to as self-identifying, is a hot topic in the autistic community. Due to professionals misunderstanding the variety of ways that autistic traits can...
How can we prioritize autistic joy and pleasure? In this blog post I talk about what autistic joy and pleasure is, why it’s important and how we can prioritize our autistic joy and pleasure in doable ways throughout our day.
In the 1830s, parks symbolized nature, wealth and health. Image Credit to Creative Commons Public parks were considered to be the ans...
Ditch the stigma, celebrate your identity, and put yourself first with these 100+ exercises that reinforce the idea that neurodiversity is a strength and teaches you how to relax, destress, find your community, practice self-love, and more. When you're autistic, it can be tough to prioritize wellness. Self-Care for Autistic People can help you engage in some neurodivergent self-care-without pretending to be neurotypical. You'll find more than 100 activities that help you accept yourself, destigmatize autism, find your community, and take care of your physical and mental health. You'll find solutions for managing the challenging aspects of autism, as well as ideas to bring out the many positive aspects. With expert advice from therapist Megan A. Neff, this book will help you make the most of your life and your diagnosis. 2-color
Getting your energy back is possible. In this article, you'll learn about autistic burnout recovery and how to build a recovery plan.
तुम्ही दुकानात खरेदी करत आहात/ लायब्ररीत पुस्तकं पाहात आहात/रेस्त्रोंमध्ये जेवत आहात व अचानक तुम्हाला एका बर्यापैकी मोठ्या दिसणार्या बाळाचा रडण्याचा किंवा टेंपर टॅंट्रम्सचा, फतकल मारून हातपाय आपटत बसलेल्या, विचित्र हातवारे करणार्या मुलाचा आवाज आला तर तुमची प्रतिक्रिया काय होते? “काही शिस्त लावत नाहीत पालक” .. “आमच्या काळी असं नव्हतं ब्वॉ! काहीएक वावगं वागण्याची टाप नव्हती… Read More »
