This Online Library consists of a comprehensive collection of materials and resources that may be of use for autistic people or others interested in knowing more about autism. Below is a short description on how to use it.
Instruction for usage:
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- Search does as the name implies, allowing the user to search for materials containing the searched keywords. A small dropdown to the right of the search bar also allows the user to specify where the search should look for the keywords.
- The description of any material can be viewed by pressing the + button to the left of the name of any item. It contains a short summary of the material and its contents.
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| 1 | Schattenspringer 1 – Schreiter | Die faszinierende Geschichte eines nicht ganz gewöhnlichen MĂ€dchens! Daniela Schreiter â Comic-Zeichnerin, Autorin und Illustratorin aus Berlin â beschreibt in der Graphic Novel âSchattenspringer – Wie es ist, anders zu seinâ unterhaltsam und berĂŒhrend ihre Kindheit und Jugend. Schon als kleines MĂ€dchen verhielt sie sich anders als andere MĂ€dchen ihres Alters â unverstĂ€ndlich fĂŒr ihre Umwelt, bis bei ihr das Asperger-Syndrom, eine spezielle Form des Autismus, diagnostiziert wurde. Menschen mit Asperger fĂŒhlen sich bisweilen, als kĂ€men sie von einem anderen Stern. Der Form eines gezeichneten Tagebuchs Ă€hnlich, erzĂ€hlt Daniela Schreiter wie sie die Welt erlebt. Dabei klĂ€rt sie ĂŒber den in Deutschland noch kaum bekannten Asperger-Autismus auf und rĂ€umt Vorurteile aus dem Weg. Ihre gezeichneten Erlebnisse sind derart charmant und pointiert, dass man ihr gerne auf dem Weg ins Erwachsenwerden folgt. Auch Lachen ist erlaubt, wenn man sie dabei begleitet, wie sie tĂ€glich ĂŒber ihren eigenen Schatten springen muss, um am öffentlichen Leben teilzuhaben und dabei immer wieder in die FettnĂ€pfchen tappt, die die menschliche Gesellschaft fĂŒr âAliensâ bereithĂ€lt. Ein faszinierendes Buch fĂŒr jedermann und jedes Alter. Die Autorin schafft es wundervoll unterhaltend ĂŒber ein Tabuthema aufzuklĂ€ren, ohne dabei in eine Leidensgeschichte abzugleiten oder belehrend zu wirken. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 2 | Schattenspringer 2 – Schreiter | Der zweite Teil von âSchattenspringerâ beschĂ€ftigt sich vor allem mit der Adoleszenz, dem langen Abschied von der Kindheit und dem noch lĂ€ngeren Weg zum Erwachsensein (ich bin mir noch nicht ganz sicher, ob ich schon angekommen bin, bis jetzt habe ich jedenfalls noch kein Hinweisschild entdeckt). Demzufolge sind auch die Themen erwachsener geworden. Behandelte der erste Teil noch vorwiegend meine Kindheit im autistischen Spektrum, dreht es sich diesmal vor allem um die PubertĂ€t, die VerĂ€nderung des Körpers, SexualitĂ€t und Partnerschaft. Es war mir sehr wichtig, diese Punkte ebenfalls aufzuzeichnen, denn immer wieder stöĂt man auf das Vorurteil, Autisten könnten keine Beziehungen fĂŒhren oder gar Sex haben, was extrem schade und sehr falsch ist. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Transitioning to adulthood | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 3 | Schattenspringer 3 – Schreiter | âWer einen Autisten kennt, kennt genau EINEN Autistenâ, sagt sich Daniela Schreiter im dritten Band von Schattenspringer. Sie macht sich auf, andere Betroffene zu interviewen. Wie immer kombiniert sie dies mit ihren eigenen Erfahrungen und schafft es ein weiteres Mal, wundervoll unterhaltend ĂŒber ein scheinbares Tabuthema aufzuklĂ€ren, ohne dabei in Leidensgeschichten abzugleiten oder belehrend zu wirken. Daniela wurde im wilden Berlin der 1980er Jahre geboren und erforscht seit jeher mit Stift und Papier die Welt um sich herum. Mit vier Jahren zeichnete sie ihren ersten Comic und ist seit dem Studium als Illustratorin und Comic-Zeichnerin tĂ€tig. Daniela ist Autistin. Seit ihrer Diagnose wollte sie einen Comic darĂŒber zeichnen, wie es ist, mit dieser etwas anderen Sicht auf die und Wahrnehmung der Welt zu leben, zu sehen und zu fĂŒhlen. Worte allein haben dafĂŒr einfach nie ausgereicht. In ihrem 2014 erschienenen Graphic Novel-DebĂŒt âSchattenspringerâ zeichnete sie ihre Kindheit bis zum Erwachsenenalter auf und beschrieb mit viel Humor, welche HĂŒrden es dabei zu meistern galt, von denen Nicht-Autisten nicht einmal ahnen, dass sie ĂŒberhaupt existieren. Das Buch wurde ein Riesenerfolg, und weil es noch so viel zu erzĂ€hlen gibt, folgt hier, nach âSchattenspringer 2â, nun schon der dritte Teil – dieses Mal mit neuem Konzept, denn Daniela lĂ€sst in diesem Band auch andere Autisten zu Wort kommen. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 4 | Vielfalt leben – Schuster, Schuster | Seit der Forderung der UN-Konvention aus dem Jahr 2006 nach Inklusion von Menschen mit Behinderungen in die Gesellschaft ist das Thema Teilhabe brisanter denn je. Dieses Buch widmet sich der Inklusion von Menschen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen in Deutschland und thematisiert dabei verschiedene Alltagsbereiche wie Kindergarten, Schule, Ausbildung und Studium, Beruf und Freizeitgestaltung. Es werden jeweils Fakten, Probleme, Herausforderungen und mögliche Strategien prĂ€sentiert. Das eine Patentrezept gibt es dabei nicht, sondern nur auf individuelle BedĂŒrfnisse bezogene Lösungen. Ist eine völlige Inklusion fĂŒr jeden ĂŒberhaupt erstrebenswert? Ist die Gesellschaft bereit zur Inklusion? In der 2. Auflage werden auch Themen wie kĂŒnstliche Intelligenz bei der Förderung von Autisten, die Darstellung von Autismus in den Medien und die Frage, was die Corona-Krise fĂŒr die Inklusion bedeutet, aufgegriffen. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 5 | Die vielen Farben des Autismus – Girsberger | Der Autor dieses Buchs vertritt einen modernen Ansatz, der sich im deutschsprachigen Raum allmĂ€hlich zu etablieren beginnt: Autismus ist keine seltene schwere Behinderung. Autismus ist vielmehr ein relativ hĂ€ufiges PhĂ€nomen mit einem breiten Spektrum von geistig behindert bis hochbegabt, mit milden bis hin zu ausgeprĂ€gten Formen. Dies wird mit einem leicht verstĂ€ndlichen Farbschema veranschaulicht. In der 6. Auflage wurde das Schema gemÀà der aktuellen diagnostischen Vorgaben nach DSM-5 und ICD-11 erweitert. Das Buch gibt Antworten auf viele Fragen von Seiten der Betroffenen wie auch der Fachleute: Wie wird Autismus diagnostiziert? Wie entsteht eine Störung des autistischen Spektrums? Welche bewĂ€hrten Strategien unterstĂŒtzen im Erziehungs- und Schulalltag? Zur Illustration der Vielfalt von Autismus dienen eine Reihe von Fallgeschichten bzw. Portraits. Zudem sind praktische Anleitungen fĂŒr Kinder des Autismus-Spektrums sowie fĂŒr deren Eltern und Therapeuten als ausfĂŒhrliches Arbeitsmaterial zum Download enthalten. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 6 | Colines Welt hat tausend RĂ€tsel – Schuster, Matzies-Köhler | FĂŒr Coline, ein MĂ€dchen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störung, ist die Welt voller RĂ€tsel. Zusammen mit ihrem Opa macht sie sich auf, die Geheimnisse des Alltags verstehen zu lernen. Dabei erfĂ€hrt Coline eine Menge ĂŒber menschliche Verhaltensweisen. Ihr Opa merkt, dass vieles, was wir tĂ€glich machen, mit Worten kaum zu erklĂ€ren ist. FĂŒr die Leser sind in sozialen Anleitungen die wichtigsten Fragen von Coline beantwortet und durch praktische und alltagstaugliche Tipps ergĂ€nzt. Das Buch gibt in Form von TagebucheintrĂ€gen einen lebhaften Einblick in die Weltsicht von Menschen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störung. Es zeigt auf, wie man helfen kann, soziale Regeln und gesellschaftliche Normen besser zu verstehen. Der Perspektivenwechsel trĂ€gt zum gegenseitigen VerstĂ€ndnis bei. | Link | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Communication and social skills development | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 7 | Colines Welt hat neue RĂ€tsel – Schuster | Coline ist erwachsen und steht vor neuen Herausforderungen. Sie zieht von zu Hause aus, beginnt ein Studium und lernt, wie man selbststĂ€ndig lebt. Dabei stöĂt die junge Frau mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störung immer wieder an ihre Grenzen. Sie lernt aber, dass sie viel erreichen kann, wenn sie an sich glaubt, und dass es fĂŒr fast jedes Problem eine Lösung gibt. Bei Unsicherheiten steht Coline ihre Therapeutin Frau Hilfreich zur Seite. Colines Erlebnisse in Form von TagebucheintrĂ€gen dienen in diesem Buch dazu, beispielhaft typische Schwierigkeiten junger Erwachsener mit Asperger-Autismus aufzuzeigen. Im Anschluss daran erklĂ€rt die Autorin, wie Betroffene mit den dargestellten Herausforderungen umgehen können und welche Hilfsmöglichkeiten es gibt. Angehörige erhalten Tipps, wie sie dabei unterstĂŒtzen können. Der Ratgeber begleitet Betroffene und Angehörige auf ihrem Weg und ist zugleich ein unterhaltsames Lesebuch. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Communication and social skills development | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 8 | SchĂŒler mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen – Schuster | Die Inklusion von SchĂŒlerinnen und SchĂŒlern mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen ist eine Herausforderung. Viele der Kinder leiden unter Lernproblemen, lassen sich kaum sozial eingliedern und weigern sich, Anweisungen zu befolgen. Wie sollen Lehrer mit dem oft unberechenbaren Verhalten umgehen? Wie können sie die Kinder fachlich am besten fördern? Auch Eltern haben Fragen: Welche UnterstĂŒtzungen gibt es? Hilft eine Schulbegleitung? Die Autorin betrachtet sowohl die Rahmenbedingungen an der Schule als auch die Innenwelt autistischer SchĂŒler. Mit praxisorientierten Tipps gibt sie Lehrern Anleitungen an die Hand, wie sie schwierige Situationen des Schulalltags meistern können. Die LektĂŒre hilft, das Schulkind mit Autismus besser zu verstehen. Die Autorin hat ihr Standardwerk aktualisiert und beschreibt jetzt auch speziell die Situation hochbegabter SchĂŒler mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen. | Link | Education and learning strategies | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 9 | Praktische Hilfen fĂŒr Kinder mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen (ASS) – Bernard-Opitz, HĂ€uĂler | Kinder und Jugendliche mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen, Lern- und Entwicklungsproblemen benötigen strukturierte Methoden, um wirksam lernen zu können. Visuelle Hilfen sind hierbei von zentraler Bedeutung. Das Werk bietet anhand zahlreicher Farbfotos eine Vielzahl von praktischen Anregungen, Strategien und Materialien zum Umgang mit Verhaltensproblemen, zur Förderung von Motivation und Arbeitsverhalten sowie zur Entwicklung konkreter FĂ€higkeiten. Der Leser bekommt Anregungen zum Erstellen der Materialien sowie klare Bezugshinweise. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 10 | KOMPASS – Jenny, Goetschel, Isenschmid, Steinhausen | Das Trainingsprogramm KOMPASS vermittelt soziale Kompetenzen fĂŒr Menschen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen und zielt auf die Arbeit im Gruppen- oder Einzelsetting mit Jugendlichen und jungen Erwachsenen. Konzept und Vorgehensweise sowie die Module Emotionen, Small Talk und Nonverbale Kommunikation werden anwendungsorientiert beschrieben. InformationsblĂ€tter sowie ausfĂŒhrliche Arbeitsmaterialien stehen zum Download bereit. Die 2. Auflage wurde bedeutsam erweitert und ĂŒberarbeitet. Sie bietet weiteres Downloadmaterial, stellt viele zusĂ€tzliche Ăbungen zur VerfĂŒgung, umfasst mehr Hintergrundwissen fĂŒr die Anwenderinnen und Anwender und beinhaltet die gesamte Evaluation des KOMPASS-Projektes. | Link | Communication and social skills development | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 11 | KOMPASS-F – Jenny, Goetschel, Schneebeli, Köpfli, Walitza | Das im therapeutischen Alltag entwickelte und gut evaluierte Trainingsprogramm KOMPASS-F stellt die Fortsetzung des KOMPASS-Basistrainings (Jenny et al. 2011) dar. Die neuen Module “Komplexe Kommunikation”, “Komplexe Interaktion” und “Theory of Mind” behandeln zahlreiche Themen und Kompetenzen. Trainingskonzept, Vorgehensweise und alle Ăbungen werden anwendungsorientiert fĂŒr Einzel- und Gruppeninterventionen beschrieben. InformationsblĂ€tter mit dem notwendigen Hintergrundwissen fĂŒr die Fachperson wie auch fĂŒr die Jugendlichen und jungen Erwachsenen mit ASS sowie ausfĂŒhrliche Arbeitsmaterialien stehen zum Download bereit. | Link | Communication and social skills development | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 12 | Matzies-Köhler | Menschen im Autismus-Spektrum haben Schwierigkeiten, soziale Signale im zwischenmenschlichen Kontext zu deuten. Wie sieht ein wĂŒtendes Gesicht aus und was denken andere Menschen? Soziale Lerngeschichten (Anleitungen), Comic Strip Conversations (nach C. Gray) sowie Empathie- und Emotionstrainings helfen, soziale Schwierigkeiten ĂŒber den Intellekt zu kompensieren. Soziale Kompetenzgruppen bieten soziale Erfahrungen in einem geschĂŒtzten und strukturierten Rahmen und ĂŒben gezielt Verhaltensweisen ein. Diese Methoden des Sozialtrainings sind ausfĂŒhrlich fĂŒr den deutschsprachigen Raum zusammengestellt und an hiesige VerhĂ€ltnisse adaptiert. Die 2. Auflage ist um neue Trainings, die z.B. am PC eingesetzt werden können, erweitert. Zudem wird das Thema “Autismus” auch aus Betroffenen-Sicht dargestellt. | Link | Communication and social skills development | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 13 | Schulratgeber Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen – Schirmer | Praxisleitfaden in 4. Auflage SchĂŒlerInnen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen sollten in ihrer Kommunikation, im Sozial- und Kontaktverhalten und in ihren Interessen besonders gefördert werden. LehrerInnen erhalten mit diesem Buch kompakte Informationen zum sonderpĂ€dagogischen Förderbedarf der SchĂŒlerInnen mit Autismus, zu den Besonderheiten im Lernen sowie zu bewĂ€hrten Methoden und Prinzipien der Unterrichts- und Pausengestaltung. Rechtsgrundlagen, Hinweise zur Wahl der geeigneten Schule und zur Elternarbeit sowie spezielle Fragen zum Umgang mit Aggressionen, Besonderheiten in der PubertĂ€t und der SexualitĂ€t bei Autismus werden praxisnah behandelt. | Link | Education and learning strategies | Communication and social skills development | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 14 | Kompetenz-SchlĂŒssel – HĂ€uĂler | Die Autorin stellt mit dem âKompetenz-SchlĂŒsselâ ein Instrument vor, das geeignet ist, Ergebnisse einer alltagsbezogenen Förderung zu dokumentieren und in der Lebenswelt der Person mit Autismus zu verankern. Ein Kompetenz-SchlĂŒssel beinhaltet spezifische Hinweise zur individuellen UnterstĂŒtzung einer bestimmten Person, um ihr maximale Autonomie und Teilhabe zu ermöglichen. Er dient als wichtige Informationsquelle gerade auch fĂŒr neue Bezugspersonen, die am vorausgegangenen Prozess der Förderung nicht beteiligt waren. So können wesentliche Informationen ĂŒber Strategien, Hilfsmittel und Inhalte der Förderung schnell und effektiv weitergegeben und auch auf neue Kontexte ĂŒbertragen werden. Die Autorin beschreibt Funktion, Aufbau und Inhalt eines Kompetenz-SchlĂŒssels und stellt einen Leitfaden zur VerfĂŒgung, der das Erstellen eines individuellen Kompetenz-SchlĂŒssels erleichtert. Hierbei werden Themenbereiche fĂŒr unterschiedliche Zielgruppen â kognitiv und sprachlich stĂ€rker beeintrĂ€chtigte Personen einerseits und Personen mit Asperger Syndrom andererseits â berĂŒcksichtigt. Neben dem theoretischen Teil, in dem es auch um die Abgrenzung zu Ă€hnlichen Instrumenten geht, beinhaltet der Band vier praktische Beispiele, die einen Eindruck davon geben, wie Kompetenz-SchlĂŒssel fĂŒr Personen mit ganz unterschiedlichem Hilfebedarf aussehen können. Zielgruppe dieses Bandes sind Personen, die Kinder, Jugendliche oder Erwachsene mit einer Autismus-Spektrum-Störung nach dem TEACCHÂź Ansatz fördern und Wege suchen, um die Förderung im Alltag zu verankern. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 15 | Neue Materialien zur Förderung der Sozialen Kompetenz – HĂ€uĂler, Tuckermann, Lausmann | Dieser Band stellt den zweiten Teil einer Reihe praxisorientierter Hilfen zum TEACCH-Ansatz dar. Im Rahmen ihrer therapeutischen und beratenden TĂ€tigkeit sowie in den Fortbildungen begegnen die Autorinnen vielfĂ€ltigen Fragen von Eltern, Lehrern und anderen Bezugspersonen. Diese Fragestellungen und Probleme greifen die Autorinnen auf, und behandeln in ihrer Reihe eben diese Themen, welche die Praktiker bewegen. Die thematischen Schwerpunkte der einzelnen BĂ€nde beschĂ€ftigen sich mit konkreten Anwendungsbereichen und Fragestellungen und vertiefen jeweils ganz unterschiedliche Aspekte des TEACCH-Ansatzes. Das Anliegen der Autorinnen ist es, einzelne Elemente aus dem komplexen heilpĂ€dagogisch-therapeutischen Ansatz âTEACCHâ unter die Lupe zu nehmen und gezielte Hilfen fĂŒr die praktische Umsetzung zu geben. Durch die vielen farbigen Abbildungen werden die Beispiele anschaulich und konkret. Dieser zweite Band versteht sich als ErgĂ€nzung zum Buch âSOKO Autismusâ (HĂ€uĂler et al., 2003). Hier finden Leser weitere praxiserprobte Anregungen zur Gestaltung von Spielen und AktivitĂ€ten zur Förderung sozialer Kompetenzen. Die Autorinnen greifen auf ihre einzeltherapeutische sowie gruppenpĂ€dagogische Arbeit zurĂŒck. Es findet sich eine FĂŒlle von Spielideen, Materialien und Hinweisen zur Materialgestaltung einschlieĂlich direkt nutzbarer Kopiervorlagen. DarĂŒber hinaus stellen die Autorinnen einen Leitfaden zum Aufbau einer SOKO-Gruppe sowie Formulare fĂŒr die Ziel- und Förderplanung zur VerfĂŒgung.Zielgruppe dieses Bandes sind Personen, die Spiel- und Gruppensituationen fĂŒr Menschen mit einer Autismus-Spektrums-Störung gestalten. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Communication and social skills development | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 16 | Wenn Verhalten zur Herausforderung wird – HĂ€uĂler, Tuckermann, Kiwitt | Zur 1. Auflage: Dieser fĂŒnfte Band befasst sich mit dem Umgang von herausforderndem Verhalten bei Menschen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen (=ASS). Die im Buch dargestellten â und auf CD nutzbaren – Dokumentationsbögen stellen die Grundlage dar, um die individuellen Auswirkungen der ASS auf eine betroffene Person besser zu verstehen. Auslösende Ursachen fĂŒr ein herausforderndes Verhalten können damit ermittelt und verĂ€ndert werden sowie effektive Deeskalationsstrategien entwickelt werden. Konkrete Fallbeispiele ergĂ€nzen diese Grundlagen. Zielgruppe dieses Bandes sind Personen, die Kinder, Jugendliche oder Erwachsene mit einer Autismus-Spektrums-Störung betreuen, begleiten und fördern. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 17 | Informelle Förderdiagnostik – HĂ€uĂler, Fritzsche, Tuckermann | Dieser Band stellt die informelle Förderdiagnostik in den Mittelpunkt, die fĂŒr die gezielte und individuell abgestimmte Förderung unerlĂ€sslich ist. Die Autorinnen stellen praxiserprobte Strategien zur ErgĂ€nzung standardisierter Testverfahren vor erweitert durch BeobachtungsleitfĂ€den und Dokumentationshilfen. Von besonderem Interesse sind die im zweiten Teil vorgestellten Materialien und Anregungen zur Förderdiagnostik bei hochfunktionalen Personen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen, deren individueller autismusspezifischer Förderbedarf sich nur ungenĂŒgend mit standardisierten Tests erfassen lĂ€sst. Diese 3. ĂŒberarbeitete und erweiterten Auflage wurde nicht nur durch neue Ideen und förderdiagnostische Materialien ergĂ€nzt. Es wird auch das systematische Vorgehen zu Auswahl und Einsatz der Materialien in der informellen Förderdiagnostik bei hochfunktionalen Personen mit ASS beschrieben. Als praktische Hilfe findet sich im Downloadbereich ein Instrumentarium, das den Prozess von der Planung einer Förderdiagnostik bis zur Ableitung konkreter Förderempfehlungen strukturiert. | Link | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 18 | Dinge, die Tom Spass machen – Reynolds | Ein Buch zum Thema SexualitĂ€t und Masturbation bei Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern mit Autismus Tom mag viele verschiedene Dinge, wie zum Beispiel singen und im Familienzimmer fernsehen. Es gibt auch Dinge, die Tom gerne im Privaten macht, wie zum Beispiel seinen Penis anfassen. Dieses visuelle Buch unterstĂŒtzt Eltern und PĂ€dagog*innen dabei mit Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern mit Autismus ĂŒber Masturbation zu sprechen. Es zeigt auf, wann und wo Masturbation angemessen ist, und hilft dabei, Grenzen in Bezug auf die PrivatsphĂ€re im Allgemeinen festzulegen. Mit seinen einfachen SĂ€tzen und effektiven Illustrationen ist das Buch der perfekte Ausgangspunkt, um mit Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern ĂŒber SexualitĂ€t zu sprechen. Das Buch Dinge, die Tom Spass machen ist es Teil einer dreiteiligen Serie rund um Themen wie PubertĂ€t, SexualitĂ€t, Masturbation und öffentliche Toiletten bei Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern. Die ganze Buchserie ist mit Schrift oder METACOM-Symbolen* fĂŒr die unterstĂŒtzte Kommunikation erhĂ€ltlich. Die Buchserie ist ebenfalls in der Version von Lena erhĂ€ltlich. *METACOM ist ein professionell und speziell fĂŒr die UnterstĂŒtzte Kommunikation gestaltetes Symbolsystem. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Transitioning to adulthood | Family support and resources | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 19 | Tom muss mal – Reynold | Ein Buch zum Thema öffentliche Toiletten fĂŒr Buben und junge MĂ€nner mit Autismus Als Tom mit seiner Mutter beim Einkaufen ist, muss er plötzlich auf die Toilette gehen. Tom weiss, dass öffentliche Toiletten anders sind als seine Toilette zu Hause. Es gibt Toilettenkabinen oder Urinale. Er muss sich entscheiden, was er benutzen möchte. Dieses visuelle Buch unterstĂŒtzt Eltern und PĂ€dagog*innen dabei, Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern mit Autismus zu erklĂ€ren, wie sie öffentliche Toiletten sicher nutzen können. Es beschreibt die Feinheiten der sozialen Regeln beim Urinal sowie praktische Handlungen wie das Abschliessen der TĂŒr. Mit seinen einfachen SĂ€tzen und effektiven Illustrationen ist das Buch der perfekte Ausgangspunkt fĂŒr die Vermittlung von SelbststĂ€ndigkeit bei der Benutzung öffentlicher Toiletten. Das Buch Tom muss mal ist es Teil einer dreiteiligen Serie rund um Themen wie PubertĂ€t, SexualitĂ€t, Masturbation und öffentliche Toiletten bei Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern. Die ganze Buchserie ist mit Schrift oder METACOM-Symbolen* fĂŒr die unterstĂŒtzte Kommunikation erhĂ€ltlich. Die Buchserie ist ebenfalls in der Version von Lena erhĂ€ltlich. *METACOM ist ein professionell und speziell fĂŒr die UnterstĂŒtzte Kommunikation gestaltetes Symbolsystem. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Transitioning to adulthood | Family support and resources | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 20 | Was passiert mit Tom? – Reynolds | Ein Buch zum Thema PubertĂ€t bei Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern mit Autismus Tom bemerkt VerĂ€nderungen an seinem Körper. Seine Stimme klingt anders und Haare wachsen plötzlich an neuen Stellen. Sein Vater hilft ihm, zu verstehen, dass er nun ein junger Mann wird. Dieses vollstĂ€ndig illustrierte, positive und unterhaltsame Buch bietet Eltern und PĂ€dagog*innen die perfekte Gelegenheit, um mit Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern mit Autismus ĂŒber die PubertĂ€t und die darauffolgenden VerĂ€nderungen, wie GefĂŒhlsachterbahnen und feuchte TrĂ€ume, zu sprechen. Das Buch Was passiert mit Tom? ist Teil einer dreiteiligen Serie rund um Themen wie PubertĂ€t, SexualitĂ€t, Masturbation und öffentliche Toiletten bei Buben und jungen MĂ€nnern. Die ganze Buchserie ist mit Schrift oder METACOM Symbolen* fĂŒr die unterstĂŒtzte Kommunikation erhĂ€ltlich. Die Buchserie ist ebenfalls in der Version von Tom erhĂ€ltlich. *METACOM ist ein professionell und speziell fĂŒr die UnterstĂŒtzte Kommunikation gestaltetes Symbolsystem. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Transitioning to adulthood | Family support and resources | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 21 | Supergute Tage – Haddon | Diesem Helden kann niemand widerstehen ⊠Christopher Boone ist fĂŒnfzehn Jahre, drei Monate und zwei Tage alt. Er kennt alle LĂ€nder und deren HauptstĂ€dte sowie sĂ€mtliche Primzahlen bis 7507. Er liebt die Farbe Rot, sagt immer die Wahrheit und kann nur zwei GefĂŒhle voneinander unterscheiden: Trauer und GlĂŒck. Unordnung, Ăberraschungen und Unbekannte kann er absolut nicht leiden. Christopher hat eine leichte Form von Autismus und findet, manchmal ist die Welt schwer zu verstehen. Als aber der Pudel in Nachbars Garten tot aufgefunden wird, wagt Christoper den Schritt hinaus ins Unbekannte. Mutig stellt er den schĂ€ndlichen Verbrecher und wird zum Helden seiner eigenen Geschichte ⊠Lebensklug, warmherzig und wunderbar witzig â ein bezaubernder Roman ĂŒber dieses irre Abenteuer namens Leben | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 22 | The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time – Haddon | No one can resist this hero… Christopher Boone is fifteen years, three months, and two days old. He knows all the countries and their capitals as well as all prime numbers up to 7507. He loves the color red, always tells the truth, and can only distinguish between two feelings: sadness and happiness. He absolutely hates disorder, surprises, and the unknown. Christopher has a mild form of autism and sometimes finds the world hard to understand. But when the poodle in the neighbor’s garden is found dead, Christopher dares to step into the unknown. Bravely, he confronts the vile criminal and becomes the hero of his own story… Wise, warm-hearted, and wonderfully witty â a charming novel about this crazy adventure called life. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 23 | Das Rosie Projekt – Simsion | Der Weltbestseller: jetzt endlich auf Deutsch! Don Tillman will heiraten. Allerdings findet er menschliche Beziehungen oft höchst verwirrend und irrational. Was tun? Don entwickelt das Ehefrau-Projekt: Mit einem 16-seitigen Fragebogen will er auf wissenschaftlich exakte Weise die ideale Frau finden. Also keine, die raucht, trinkt, unpĂŒnktlich oder Veganerin ist.Und dann kommt Rosie. UnpĂŒnktlich, Barkeeperin, Raucherin. Offensichtlich ungeeignet. Aber Rosie verfolgt ihr eigenes Projekt: Sie sucht ihren biologischen Vater. DafĂŒr braucht sie Dons Kenntnisse als Genetiker. Ohne recht zu verstehen, wie ihm geschieht, lernt Don staunend die Welt jenseits beweisbarer Fakten kennen und stellt fest: GefĂŒhle haben ihre eigene Logik. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 24 | Geniale Störung – Silberman | Was ist Autismus? Eine verheerende Entwicklungsstörung, eine lebenslange Behinderung? Oder aber eine ganz normale kognitive Eigenheit, verwandt mit Formen des Genies? In Wahrheit ist Autismus das alles und noch mehr. In einer einzigartigen Mischung aus Historie, Reportage und wissenschaftlicher Studie kommt Steve Silberman in seinem bahnbrechenden Buch dieser bis heute mysteriösen neuronalen Besonderheit auf die Spur. Er hat jahrelang die geheime Geschichte des Autismus recherchiert. Zudem findet er ĂŒberraschende Antworten auf die Frage, warum die Zahl der Diagnosen in den letzten Jahren gestiegen ist. Dabei nimmt Silberman den Leser mit auf eine Kreuzfahrt nach Alaska â an Bord die fĂŒhrenden Programmierer des Silicon Valley. Oder auch ins London des 18. Jahrhunderts, wo der exzentrische Henry Cavendish das ohmsche Gesetz entdeckte â aber niemandem davon erzĂ€hlte. Und wir hören die Geschichte von Hans Asperger, der seine kleinen Patienten vor den Nazis zu beschĂŒtzen versuchte. Am Ende aber zeigt uns Steve Silberman in seinem wunderbar erzĂ€hlten, empathischen Buch, dass wir Autisten und ihre Art zu denken brauchen. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 25 | Wer ist hier eigentlich autistisch? – Wilczek | Wer ist hier eigentlich autistisch? – Die Antwort auf diese provokante Frage steht am Ende einer Entdeckungsreise in Welten der Wahrnehmung, des Denkens und Erlebens von Menschen aus dem Autismus-Spektrum und auch sogenannter “neuro-typischer”, also “nicht-autistischer” Menschen. Anhand anschaulicher Modelle werden Grundlagen menschlicher Wahrnehmung und Entwicklung verstĂ€ndlich dargestellt. Auf dieser Basis können Besonderheiten im Erleben, Denken und Verhalten von Menschen aus dem Autismus-Spektrum nachvollzogen werden. Leser, die selbst vom Autismus betroffen sind, bekommen zugleich neue ZugĂ€nge angeboten, um das ihnen oft seltsam anmutende Denken und Handeln von “Nicht-Autisten” besser zu verstehen. Sie können sich damit auf Expedition begeben und die Welt ihrer Mitmenschen in neuer Weise erkunden, ohne sich selbst dabei zu verlieren. So baut dieses Buch BrĂŒcken zwischen Erlebenswelten sogenannter “nicht-autistischer” und sogenannter “autistischer” Menschen. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 26 | Hey Siri, willst du mich heiraten? – Newman | Eine bezaubernde LiebeserklĂ€rung an eine Maschine â und an einen ganz besonderen Jungen. Gus ist 13 Jahre alt und Autist. Seine groĂe Leidenschaft sind Wetterbeobachtungen, doch mit seinen Fragen ĂŒberfordert er seine Mutter regelmĂ€Ăig. Bis diese zufĂ€llig auf Siri stöĂt, Apples persönliche iPhone-Assistentin. Nicht lange, und Siri wird Gusâ beste Freundin â immer ansprechbar, stets freundlich und nie um eine Antwort verlegen. Doch Siri stillt nicht nur Gusâ Hunger nach Daten und Fakten, sondern sie hilft ihm auch, besser zu kommunizieren ⊠| Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 27 | IÂŽm not upside down, IÂŽm downside up – Thompson, Jata-Hall | Welcome to my downside up life! My name is Ariana and I have something called Pathological Demand Avoidance which is a form of autism. Most people just think I’m naughty and misbehaved, but I want to show you why that’s not true by telling you about what my life is like from inside my head. Come join me in understanding why I feel like I have to be in control all the time and why it’s just not as simple as doing as I am told. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 28 | Autismus Andersartigkeit, Behinderung oder Gabe? – Robert W. | Leben sie wirklich in ihrer eigenen Welt? Nein! Autisten nehmen die Welt nur anders wahr als die Mehrheit der Menschen. Unterscheiden sich zwei Individuen in ihrer Wahrnehmung, dann werden sie sich auch in ihrem Verhalten unterscheiden. Ist Autismus eine Krankheit wie Grippe,Krebs oder Malaria, die jemand hat oder eben nicht? Nein! Autismus ist eher vergleichbar mit KreativitĂ€t, Intelligenz oder Höhenangst. Jeder hat etwas davon, der eine mehr, der andere weniger. Autismus wird einem von der Gesellschaft zugeschrieben. Dadurch aber werden Definition und Diagnose zum Spielball von Interessen. Erschwerend hinzu kommt die dem Menschen eigene Neigung, von sich auf andere zu schlieĂen, die ein tieferes VerstĂ€ndnis des PhĂ€nomens Autismus erschwert und zu den klassischen MissverstĂ€ndnissen fĂŒhrt. In diesem Buch soll der Versuch unternommen werden, fernab jeglichen Anspruchs auf wissenschaftliche Korrektheit, Autismus anhand eines Gedankenmodells sowohl fĂŒr Autisten als auch fĂŒr sogenannte Neurotypische ein StĂŒck weit verstehbar zu machen. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Sensory processing differences | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 29 | Der Junge, der zu viel fĂŒhlte – Wagner | Stillstehen ist fĂŒr einen Jungen wie Kai nicht so einfach. Das Rauschen des Meeres, die Helligkeit der Sonne, das Glitzern des Wassers, das ist viel fĂŒr seine Augen, Ohren, seine Sinne. Kai hat von allem zu viel. Zu viel Hilfsbereitschaft, zu viel Zuneigung, zu viel Neugier, zu viel Unruhe. Kai ist Autist. Sein Vater ist ein berĂŒhmter Hirnforscher. Dieses Buch ist ihre Geschichte: ein Vater, der verzweifelt versucht, seinem Sohn zu helfen. Ein Sohn, der am Ende doch glĂŒcklich wird. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Sensory processing differences | Individual story | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 30 | AspergerÂŽs Children – Sheffer | A groundbreaking exploration of the chilling history behind an increasingly common diagnosis. Hans Asperger, the pioneer of autism and Asperger syndrome in Nazi Vienna, has been celebrated for his compassionate defense of children with disabilities. But in this groundbreaking book, prize-winning historian Edith Sheffer exposes that Asperger was not only involved in the racial policies of Hitler’s Third Reich, he was complicit in the murder of children. | Link | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 31 | Aspergers Kinder – Sheffer | Wien 1938: Der Arzt Hans Asperger beschreibt Symptome bei Kindern, die er unter die Diagnose ‘autistische Psychopathie’ fasst. Er hatte bei Patienten SchwĂ€chen im sozialen Verhalten beobachtet. Im selben Jahr ziehen die Nationalsozialisten in Wien ein. Asperger sollte bald verantworten, dass Kinder, die er fĂŒr ‘nicht sozial integrierbar’ hielt, in der Anstalt Am Spiegelgrund zu ‘Euthanasie’-Opfern wurden. Edith Sheffer, Mutter eines von Autismus betroffenen Kindes, hat sich auf die Suche nach den UrsprĂŒngen der Diagnose begeben. Sie zeigt, welche Wertvorstellungen Asperger geprĂ€gt haben und welche Entwicklung die Diagnose genommen hat. Ihr berĂŒhrendes und eindrucksvolles Buch wirft ein neues Licht auf die Geschichte der Psychiatrie im Nationalsozialismus und auf das Asperger-Syndrom. | Link | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 32 | Asperger-Autismus und hochfunktionaler Autismus bei Erwachsenen – Ebert, Fanmeier, Lichtblau, Peters, Biscaldi-SchĂ€fer, Tebartz van Elst | Anders als frĂŒher angenommen, ist das Asperger-Syndrom bzw. sind hochfunktionale Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen mit einer PrĂ€valenz von etwa 1% hĂ€ufig. Ein Grund fĂŒr die steigende PrĂ€valenz ist die Tatsache, dass zunehmend auch hochfunktionale Menschen im Erwachsenenalter als betroffen erkannt und diagnostiziert werden. Damit stellt sich die Frage nach spezifischen Therapiemöglichkeiten fĂŒr diese groĂe Gruppe. Das vorliegende Buch beinhaltet daher umfassende Informationen fĂŒr alle, die Personen mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen therapeutisch begleiten. Es werden drei aufeinander aufbauende Module vorgestellt, die verschiedene Themen behandeln (z.B. allgemeine Psychoedukation, basale Informationen zur nonverbalen und verbalen Kommunikation sowie Rollenspiele zu unterschiedlichen, hĂ€ufig als problematisch empfundenen Themenbereichen). SchwerpunktmĂ€Ăig wird das gruppentherapeutische Vorgehen beschrieben, das Manual ist aber auch fĂŒr Therapeuten gedacht, die autistische Personen einzeltherapeutisch betreuen. Jede Stunde ist inhaltlich in sich geschlossen, so dass einzelne Therapieeinheiten genutzt werden können, wenn z.B. Schwierigkeiten nur punktuell bestehen und diese in der Therapie anstehen. Es wird besonderer Wert darauf gelegt, den Therapeuten die Besonderheiten erwachsener Personen mit Asperger-Syndrom nĂ€her zu bringen und die Unterschiede in der Kommunikation von sogenannten neurotypischen und autistischen Personen deutlich zu machen. Des Weiteren werden relevante Informationen, Anleitungen und Ăbungen prĂ€sentiert, mit denen die typischen Schwierigkeiten von Menschen mit Asperger-Syndrom effektiv und alltagsnah bearbeitet werden können. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Communication and social skills development | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 33 | mrsspeechiep | “Autistic Speech Language Pathologist – Andi is a neurodivergent Speech Language Pathologist and specialize in multidiscipinary team-based Autism Assesments. Her goals is to advocate for awarness and acceptance of Autistic cheildren and adults. She does this by sharing the range for how Autism can present. This includes the fact that Autism is greatly misunderstood and easly missed-even in kids with classic characteristics. SHe shares tips to support children in need of therapy and/or accommodations in a Neudiversity affirming way. The page is aimed fot both caregivers and professionals.” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Social media | English | |||
| 34 | chloeshayden | “Crocodile Dundee but autistic+ADHD – ChloĂ© Sarah Hayden (born 23 July 1997) is an Australian actress, social-media personality, activist in the disability rights movement, podcast host, and author. As an actress, she is known for her role as Quinni Gallagher-Jones in the 2022 Netflix reboot of Heartbreak High. On her Instagram-Page sheÂŽs not only showing us her life as an autistiv persons, she also writes and talkes about the rights of autistic people and what the diagnosis means.” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Social media | English | ||
| 35 | autisticbookclub | Aufbringen unterschiedlicher Themen bzgl Autismus in Form von gesammelter Kommentare | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Social media | English | ||
| 36 | hannah.mar.tin | “VerstĂ€ndnis fĂŒr dich und dein Kind, PDA Autismus ADHS HB AuDHS – Seit SpĂ€tsommer 2022 bin ich auf PDA gestoĂen und habe es zu meinem Spezialinteresse gemacht und mich in jeder freien Minute diesem Thema per Hyperfokus gewidmet. Was vorher die Bindungs- und BedĂŒrfnisorientierung war, war nun das Thema Neurodivergenz.” | Link | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Social media | German | |||
| 37 | autiebiographical | “A proud nonbinary autistic advocate and cartoonist – Iâm Theresa! Iâm a nonbinary, autistic cartoonist! My comic, Autie-Biographical, is a partially autobiographical slice of life comic about my life as an autistic person. It also has stories from others in the autistic community, as well as some educational comics. I was diagnosed as autistic when I was 17, but I didnât really grasp how my autism affected me until my early 30s. Since then Iâve been learning and growing while making comics to help others learn and grow! | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Social media | English | |||
| 38 | chey.enne.wiley | “Autismus und ADHS in der ganzen Familie – Cheyenne gibt nicht nur einen Einblick in ihr neurodivergentes Familienleben, sondern behandelt Themen wie spĂ€te Diagnosestellung, weiblicher Autismus, bĂŒrokratische HĂŒrden oder weitere Teilbereiche des Autimusspektrums.” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Advocacy and rights | Social media | German | ||
| 39 | ehhh_magdalena | “Selbsthilfecontent, oder so Ă€hnlich. AuDHS (spĂ€te Diagnose mit 30 J.) – Ich heiĂe Magdalena und bin mit 30 Jahren mit Autismus und ADHS (= abgekĂŒrzt AuDHS) diagnostiziert worden. Was nicht bedeutet, dass sich beides erst so spĂ€t entwickelt hat, sondern dass ich so geboren bin und schon mein Leben lang unerkannt neurodivergent war. UnzĂ€hlige IdentitĂ€tskrisen & Schwierigkeiten inklusive.” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Individual story | Social media | German | ||
| 40 | finns_kunterbuntes_leben | “Autist, 24, Profil mit Mutter – Ich heiĂe Finn bin 24 Jahre alt (Stand 19.06.2024) und lebe mit Autismus, einer geistigen Behinderung und fortschreitenden Symptomen. Auch meinen Weg als Transgender habe ich bereits vor Jahren hinter mich gebracht. Ich wohne bei meiner Mama in einer gemĂŒtlichen Wohnung und die nĂ€chste GroĂstadt bei uns ist NĂŒrnberg. Meine Mama kĂŒmmert sich um meine Pflege und wir haben eine ganz enge Verbindung. Ich habe einen Schwerbehindertenausweis (GdB 80) mit den Merkzeichen G und B und es braucht nicht mehr viel bis ich auf den Pflegegrad 3 hochgestuft werden kann. Mein gröĂtes Spezialinteresse ist die Kirmes. Ansonsten liebe ich Wasser, meine Show, meine PlĂŒschtierwelt, Instagram” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Social media | German | |||
| 41 | autism_adhd_cluster | “BedĂŒrfnisorientiert mit Neurodivergenz – Komplett neurodivergente Familie – Autismus, ADHS, Dyskalkulie – Auf dem Instagram-Profil stellt sich eine neurodivergente Familie mit zwei Kindern vor, die nicht nur einen Teil ihres Alltags teilen, sondern auch AufklĂ€rungsarbeit betreiben und Facettes des Spektrums prĂ€sentieren.” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Advocacy and rights | Social media | German | ||
| 42 | storiesaboutautism | “Helping families feel less alone Dad to 2 amazing autistic boys – A father presents family life with his two autistic sons. It is particularly important for him to show other families in the same situation that they are ânot aloneâ. Above all, you will experience the side of being a parent of non-speaking autistic people.” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Family support and resources | Social media | English | ||
| 43 | magicwiththomas | “Special Needs Teen (16 – Stand 19.06.2024) with Autism – I (Thomasâ Dad) am diagnosed with Autism as well (diagnosed officially 2 years ago); Thomas and I are an example of how large of a spectrum that Autism has and that no 2 people with Autism are the same, even if father and son. In addition to insights into family life, Thomas focuses a lot on Disneyland and meeting his favorite characters. The father lets us share in the difficulties that exist with people who cannot interpret Thomas’ behavior and who comment on and say inappropriate things to them. | Link | Individual story | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Social media | English | |||
| 44 | neurodivergent_lou | “Finding a place as an autistic in a neurotypical world – Lou, a award-winning writer, speaker, creator and live experience expert in neurodivergence and mental health” | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Social media | English | ||
| 45 | GlĂŒcklich leben mit Autismus – Schirmer | Ein glĂŒckliches Leben ist immer ein individuell-gelungenes. Menschen im Autismus-Spektrum sind in vielen Bereichen ihres Lebens stĂ€rker fremdbestimmt als neurotypische. Wie kann man Menschen im Autismus-Spektrum so begleiten, dass sie glĂŒcklich leben können? Welche autismusspezifischen Besonderheiten sind zu berĂŒcksichtigen? In diesem Buch steht nicht die AlltagsbewĂ€ltigung und pĂ€dagogische und therapeutische Förderung, sondern die BefĂ€higung zum GlĂŒcklichsein im Fokus. Zu 49 Fragen wie “Was hat Impulskontrolle mit GlĂŒck zu tun?” und “Ist weniger Stress zugleich mehr Zufriedenheit?” werden Antworten gegeben, die durch ihre klare Struktur und prĂ€gnante Darstellung auch einzeln nachgeschlagen werden können. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 46 | GlĂŒck und Lebenszufriedenheit fĂŒr Menschen mit Autismus – PreiĂmann | Das Streben nach GlĂŒck ist so alt wie die Menschheit selbst, da LebensqualitĂ€t ein wichtiges Ziel des menschlichen Daseins darstellt. Bisher aber hat man sich kaum mit GlĂŒck und Lebenszufriedenheit bei Menschen mit Autismus beschĂ€ftigt. Da jeder Mensch sein eigenes GlĂŒck anders definiert, enthĂ€lt dieses Buch neben theoretischen AusfĂŒhrungen der BedĂŒrfnisse von Menschen mit Autismus auch zahlreiche Berichte selbst betroffener Menschen, die erlĂ€utern, was fĂŒr sie zum GlĂŒcklichsein zĂ€hlt. Die vielfĂ€ltigen Möglichkeiten, die das Leben bietet, sollen im Zuge der Inklusion ja auch Menschen mit Autismus offenstehen. Es gilt also, individuelle LebensentwĂŒrfe auszuwĂ€hlen und zu begleiten – gemeinsam mit dem jeweiligen Betroffenen. DafĂŒr ist es notwendig, nach den ganz eigenen WĂŒnschen, Zielen und BedĂŒrfnissen zu fragen und pĂ€dagogische, therapeutische und lebenspraktische MaĂnahmen in jedem Einzelfall anzupassen. Dann sind GlĂŒck und Lebenszufriedenheit auch fĂŒr Menschen mit Autismus möglich. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 47 | Familienbande bei Autismus – Maus, Ihrig | Wie entstehen Familienbande in Familien mit autistischem Kind? Was festigt sie? Gibt es einen besonderen Zusammenhalt in solchen Familien oder gestalten sich die Beziehungen dort schwierig? Im Buch blicken Familien mit autistischem Mitglied gemeinsam zurĂŒck auf die Zeit der Kindheit: Wie funktionieren die Familien mit und trotz Autismus? Im Dialog miteinander analysieren die AutorInnen, die Mutter und Sohn sind, die Beziehungen in der Familie. Interviews mit Mitgliedern verschiedener Generationen anderer Familien zeigen die individuellen Wege auf, wie familiĂ€rer Zusammenhalt geschaffen und aufrechterhalten werden kann, und geben Hinweise fĂŒr ein aktiv gestaltetes Miteinander. Dieses Buch richtet sich gleichermaĂen an Angehörige und autistische Menschen. FĂŒr FachkrĂ€fte komplementiert es symptombezogenes Fachwissen, indem es die Einsicht vermittelt, wie weitgreifend Autismus das soziale Umfeld der gesamten Familie beeinflusst und welche Möglichkeiten zur positiven Einflussnahme bestehen. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Family support and resources | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 48 | Autimus, Trauma und BewĂ€ltigung – Wilczek | Erscheinungsbild und Aspekte des Erlebens von Autismus und Trauma weisen oft starke Ăhnlichkeiten auf. Dabei sind Traumata nicht, wie frĂŒher angenommen, ursĂ€chlich fĂŒr Autismus. Vielmehr birgt die autistische Grundstruktur ein erhöhtes Risiko fĂŒr traumatische Erfahrungen, wie neuro- und entwicklungspsychologische ZusammenhĂ€nge und Erfahrungsberichte Betroffener deutlich machen. In der Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie sind autistische Besonderheiten der Wahrnehmung und des Erlebens bislang aber kaum bekannt, was hĂ€ufig zu Fehldiagnosen und dem Scheitern therapeutischer Zusammenarbeit fĂŒhrt. Eine wirksame Psychotherapie traumatisierter Menschen im Autismus-Spektrum ist jedoch möglich, wenn die besonderen Herausforderungen, die spezifischen BewĂ€ltigungsstrategien sowie die oft besondere Resilienz der Klienten gewĂŒrdigt und in die Therapie einbezogen werden. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 49 | Komische Kinder, komische Eltern? – Hack | Die Erziehung autistischer Kinder stellt an betroffene Eltern besondere Herausforderungen und bringt sie oftmals im Alltag an ihre emotionale und praktische Belastungsgrenze. Wenn das Verhalten ihrer Kinder in der Ăffentlichkeit auf UnverstĂ€ndnis stöĂt, werden Eltern mit VorwĂŒrfen ĂŒber fehlgeschlagene Erziehung, mangelnde Erziehungskompetenzen oder auch fehlende Kooperationsbereitschaft konfrontiert, obwohl sie im Hinblick auf ihr autistisches Kind selbst eine Expertenrolle innehaben. Um ihren Kindern eine Teilhabe am gesellschaftlichen Leben zu ermöglichen, handhaben Eltern viele Dinge im Alltag bewusst “anders” und geraten deshalb nicht selten in ErklĂ€rungs- und Rechtfertigungsnöte, werden als widerstĂ€ndig, wunderlich oder auch unbelehrbar wahrgenommen. Ihre alltĂ€glichen Leistungen, persönlichen Ressourcen, individuellen WĂŒnsche und Bedarfe geraten dabei jedoch in den Hintergrund. Dieses Buch bietet allen Beteiligten ErklĂ€rungsmodelle, um mehr VerstĂ€ndnis fĂŒr die Eigenarten innerhalb dieser Familiensysteme zu erzeugen. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Family support and resources | Books/e-books | German | |||
| 50 | Erwachsene mit Autismus begleiten – Arens-Wiebel | Wenn ein Mensch mit Autismus erwachsen wird, ist es in der Regel nicht er selbst, der seine Lebensplanung in die Hand nimmt; diese Aufgabe ĂŒbernehmen oft die Eltern, unterstĂŒtzt von FachkrĂ€ften aus Schule und Therapiezentrum. Das Buch gibt bei Fragen der Lebensplanung konkrete Hilfestellungen: vom Ende der Schulzeit ĂŒber den Auszug aus dem Elternhaus bis hin zu Arbeits- und Wohnmöglichkeiten fĂŒr Menschen mit Autismus. Zudem werden wichtige Themen des Erwachsenseins wie Selbstbild, Freundschaft und SexualitĂ€t oder Freizeitgestaltung erörtert. Auch den VerĂ€nderungen im Alter, Krankheit und Krankenhausaufenthalten sowie Trauer und Verlust ist jeweils ein eigenes Kapitel gewidmet. Das Buch besticht dabei durch zahlreiche Praxisbeispiele, Tipps fĂŒr den Alltag und Visualisierungshilfen fĂŒr problematische Situationen, die den Umgang mit erwachsenen Menschen im Autismus-Spektrum erleichtern. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Family support and resources | Transitioning to adulthood | Books/e-books | German | ||
| 51 | Why everything you know about autism is wrong | Jac den Houting | TEDxMacquarieUniversity | Being diagnosed with autism is often seen as a tragedy. But for Jac den Houting, it was the best thing that’s ever happened to them. As an autistic person, concepts like the Neurodiversity paradigm, the Social Model of Disability, and the Double Empathy Problem were life-changing for Jac. In this talk, Jac combines these ideas with their own personal story to explain why we need to rethink the way that we understand autism. Jac den Houting is a research psychologist and Autistic activist in pursuit of social justice. Jac currently holds the role of Postdoctoral Research Associate at Macquarie University in Sydney, working alongside Professor Liz Pellicano. In 2015, Jac was awarded an Autism CRC scholarship to complete their PhD through the Autism Centre of Excellence at Griffith University in Brisbane. Prior to this, they gained almost 10 yearsâ experience as a psychologist in the criminal justice system, with the Queensland Police Service and Queensland Corrective Services. Jac was identified as Autistic at the age of 25, and is proudly neurodivergent and queer. After participating in the inaugural Future Leaders Program at the 2013 Asia Pacific Autism Conference, Jac quickly became established as a strong advocate for the Autistic community. Jac is a current member of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network of Australia and New Zealand (ASAN-AuNZ)âs Executive Committee, the Autism CRCâs Data Access Committee, Aspectâs LGBTQIA+ Autism Advisory Committee, and the Aspect Advisory Council. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Videos | English | ||||
| 52 | Unter der Lupe – Autismus in Serien | Die mediale Darstellung von Menschen mit Behinderungen lĂ€sst zu wĂŒnschen ĂŒbrig, genauer gesagt: Sie verstöĂt in vielen FĂ€llen gegen die UN-Konvention ĂŒber die Rechte von Menschen mit Behinderungen. Meist steht die Behinderung im Vordergrund, oft werden sie als Helden und bemitleidenswert dargestellt. Ob Autismus, Trisomie 21 oder körperliche oder psychische Behinderungen â in »Unter der Lupe« schauen sich selbst Betroffene aktuelle Serien und Filme genauer an, denn sie wissen am besten, ob die Darstellung ihrer Lebenswelt entspricht. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Videos | German | |||
| 53 | Interview With Wyatt – a Nonspeaking Autistic Teen – Walk & Talk #3 | Wyatt is a non-verbal autistic teenager who I have been working with for over 8 years. We have developed a truly unique connection in this time – and in this walk and talk interview I would like to provide some insight on what it is like when we communicate and how it might differ from a neurotypical conversation. I hope you enjoy! | Link | Communication and social skills development | Videos | English | ||||
| 54 | Autistic Meltdowns Explained – What NOT to Do | Hi! I’m Orion Kelly and I’m Autistic. On this video I provide a step by step guide to #autistic meltdowns, and offer some dos and don’ts when the Autistic person in your life is experiencing a meltdown. Plus, I share my personal lived experiences as an #actuallyautistic person. #orionkelly #autism #autisticadult #whatautismfeelslike #asd | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Videos | English | |||
| 55 | Die BrĂŒcke (2011-2018) | When a body is found on the bridge between Denmark and Sweden, right on the border, Danish inspector Martin Rohde and Swedish Saga NorĂ©n have to share jurisdiction and work together to find the killer. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 56 | Atypical (2017-2021) | Sam, an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum, decides it’s time to find a girlfriend, which sets Sam’s mom on her own life-changing path as her son seeks more independence. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 57 | EverythingÂŽs Gonna Be Okay (2020-2021) | After their father’s untimely death, Nicholas and his two half-sisters are left to cope with not only a devastating loss, but also the realization that Nicholas is the one who must rise to the occasion and hold it all together. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 58 | Love On The Spectrum (2019-2021) | A documentary series following young adults on the autism spectrum as they explore the unpredictable world of love, dating and relationships. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Films/documentaries | English | ||||
| 59 | Heartbreak High (FSK 16) (2022) | A fresh look at Hartley High over 20 years on. With her new friends – outsiders Quinni and Darren – Amerie must repair her reputation, while navigating love, sex, and heartbreak. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 60 | Adam (2009) | Adam, a lonely man with Asperger’s Syndrome, develops a relationship with his upstairs neighbor, Beth. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 61 | Life Animated (2016) | A coming-of-age story about a boy and his family who overcame great challenges by turning Disney animated movies into a language to express love, loss, kinship and brotherhood. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 62 | The Specials (2019) | The story of two men, educators of children and adolescents with autism. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 63 | A Kind of Spark (2023-) | Addie, an autistic girl tries to get her village to make a memorial to the women who were put on trial for witchcraft there whom she believes were likely just autistic like her. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 64 | The Autistic Survival Guide to Therapy – Jones | “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. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Mental health and well-being | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 65 | As We See It | In der Serie As We See It leben die drei Freunde Jack (Rick Glassman), Violet (Sue Ann Pien) und Harrison (Albert Rutecki) gemeinsam in einer Wohngemeinschaft. Die drei jungen Erwachsenen mit Autismus meistern gemeinsam verschiedene HĂŒrden des Alltags und streben nach ein wenig NormalitĂ€t im Leben, was das Trio vor unterschiedliche Herausforderungen stellt. So möchte Violet endlich eine Beziehung haben und begibt sich auf ihre eigene Art auf die Suche nach einem Freund. Harrison hingegen steht vor einem anderen Problem. Er kann die eigene Wohnung nicht verlassen und muss sich seinen gröĂten Ăngsten stellen, um das Leben auĂerhalb der eigenen vier WĂ€nde erleben zu können. Auch Jack steht vor einer groĂen VerĂ€nderung in seinem Leben, als er von der Krebsdiagnose seines Vaters erfĂ€hrt. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 66 | Nanette | “Nanette” is a groundbreaking Netflix comedy special by Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby. In this powerful performance, Gadsby explores her personal experiences with trauma, identity, and mental health, blending humor with poignant storytelling. She candidly discusses her life as a person on the autism spectrum, offering insight into how it shapes her perspective and experiences. The special is celebrated for its raw honesty and emotional depth, as Gadsby challenges traditional comedy norms and addresses serious social issues with both wit and vulnerability. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 67 | Douglas | “Douglas” is a Netflix comedy special by Hannah Gadsby, following her critically acclaimed show “Nanette.” In this special, Gadsby continues to explore personal and societal issues with her signature blend of humor and introspection. She delves into themes of identity, her experience as a person on the autism spectrum, and the challenges of navigating life with neurodivergence. Gadsby reflects on her past experiences, the impact of her earlier work, and her thoughts on contemporary culture. “Douglas” is praised for its sharp wit, emotional honesty, and thoughtful commentary, showcasing Gadsbyâs unique voice and perspective. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 68 | Monotropism | Monotropic minds tend to have their attention pulled more strongly towards a smaller number of interests at any given time, leaving fewer resources for other processes. We argue that this can explain nearly all of the features commonly associated with autism, directly or indirectly. However, you do not need to accept it as a general theory of autism in order for it to be a useful description of common autistic experiences and how to work with them. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Articles/blogs | English | ||||
| 69 | Me and Monotropism: A unified theory of autism | Fergus Murray â science teacher, writer and ‘autist’ â on single attention and associated cognition in autism; a theory with a family connection⊠| Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Articles/blogs | English | ||||
| 70 | Please Like Me | An Australian dramedy series created by and starring Josh Thomas. The show follows the life of a young man named Josh as he navigates the complexities of adulthood, relationships, and mental health. A key aspect of the series is its thoughtful exploration of neurodivergence. The series is celebrated for its honest and empathetic storytelling, blending humor and drama to address issues like mental illness, LGBTQ+ identity, and personal growth. “Please Like Me” has been praised for its diverse representation and its ability to tackle serious topics with both humor and heart. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 71 | Autastic | Online Community: Whether youâve recently discovered youâre autistic, have known for years, or are questioning, come find growth, guidance, and community with people you get you. It’s also a safe place for BIPOC autistic adults. | Link | Advocacy and rights | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Community | English | ||
| 72 | We walk – Life with severe autism – Lutz | In this collection of beautiful and raw essays, Amy S. F. Lutz writes openly about her experience ‘the positive and the negative’ as the mother of a son with severe autism. Lutz’s human emotion drives through each page and challenges commonly held ideas that define autism either as a disease or as neurodiversity. We Walk is inspired by questions raised by Lutz as a parent of a severely autistic, now twenty-one-year-old son: What is the place of the intellectually and developmentally disabled in society? What responsibilities do we, as citizens and human beings, owe one another? Who should decide for those who can’t decide for themselves? What is the meaning of religion to someone with no abstract language? In exploring these questions, We Walk directly, but humanly examines social issues such as inclusion, religion, therapeutics, and friendship through the lens of severe autism. In a world where the public perception of autism is largely shaped by the “quirky geniuses” featured on television shows like The Big Bang Theory and The Good Doctor, We Walk demands that we center our debates about this disorder on those who are most impacted by it. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 73 | George & Sam, Two boys, one family, and autism – Moore | For the parents, families, and friends of the 1 in 250 autistic children born annually in the United States, George and Sam provides a unique look into the life of the autistic child. Charlotte Moore has three children, George, Sam, and Jake. George and Sam are autistic. George and Sam takes the reader from the births of each of the two boys, along the painstaking path to diagnosis, interventions, schooling and more. She writes powerfully about her family and her sons, and allows readers to see the boys behind the label of autism. Their often puzzling behavior, unusual food aversions, and the different ways that autism effects George and Sam lend deeper insight into this confounding disorder. George and Sam emerge from her narrative as distinct, wonderful, and at times frustrating children who both are autistic through and through. Moore does not feel the need to search for cause or cure, but simply to find the best ways to help her sons. She conveys to readers what autism is and isn’t, what therapies have worked and what hasn’t been effective, and paints a moving, memorable portrait life with her boys. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 74 | The anger box, sensory turmoil and pain in autism – Caldwell | The Anger Box explores and attempts to understand the sensory issues experienced by those on the autistic spectrum and their neurobiological roots to find ways of alleviating the distress that can characterise adults and children on the autistic spectrum.The Anger Box: Sensory turmoil and pain in autism is a book of ideas that spans a wide field of research and draws upon her own wealth of experience, the experiences of people on the autistic spectrum and new scientific research. Phoebe presents a fascinating and engaging exploration of life with autism, richly textured, vibrant and above all informative. | Link | Sensory processing differences | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 75 | Sensory Processing explained, A Handbook for Parents and Educators – Greutman, Kostelyk | Have you ever felt like others just donât get it when it comes to Sensory Processing? Do you wish that you had better tools to help prevent your childâs or studentâs sensory meltdowns? Do you want to understand your child or studentâs behavior? Are you looking for sensory activities for your home or classroom? Do you need ideas for accommodating students with sensory processing challenges in the classroom? Are you a therapist looking for an all-in-one guide to sensory processing to share with families, clients, or co-workers? With Sensory Processing Explained, discoverâŠeasy to understand sensory information that you can share with parents and educators to help explain a childâs behaviorhow to explain sensory processing to those who just donât get itwhat calming techniques and strategies can work during a sensory meltdowneasy sensory ideas to replicate at homehow teachers can accommodate kids with sensory processing challengesstrategies and activities that can be used with an entire classroominformation on all eight sensory systems and how they can affect behaviors (plus strategies and activities that can help with regulation)just figuring out where to begin if you feel a child could be struggling with sensory processing Plus get amazing informational printables that make it easy to share about sensory processing with families, clients, or co-workers. | Link | Sensory processing differences | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 76 | Das Spektrum verstehen | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Articles/blogs | German | |||||
| 77 | Thomas & seine Freunde – Alle Maschinen los! | Thomas & seine Freunde â Alle Maschinen los! (Originaltitel: Thomas & Friends â All Engines Go!) ist eine 2D-animierte Fernsehserie und ein Reboot von Britt Allcrofts Thomas, die kleine Lokomotive & seine Freunde von 1984 bis 2021. Bruno is smart, relaxed and joyful. He loves making puns and will often use comedy to get through difficult situations. As a brake car, Bruno travels facing backwards at the rear of the train and thus has a unique perspective on the world. Bruno is also autistic; as a result, he is detail-oriented and likes routine. Bruno in particular likes schedules and timetables and memorizes where all the tracks on the Island lead. For this reason, he is often entrusted with guiding more rambunctious engines such as Diesel and Kana. He also has a special interest in people, his favorite type being mechanics. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | German | ||||
| 78 | Autism Learn what autism is and how to celebrate and support the amazing in all children. | Link | Individual story | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Family support and resources | Educational materials | English | |||
| 79 | Loop | In LOOP, two kids at canoe camp find themselves adrift on a lake, unable to move forward until they find a new way to connect and see the world through each other’s eyes. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 80 | A Kind of Spark – McNicoll | A KIND OF SPARK tells the story of 11-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. Addie knows there’s more to the story of these ‘witches’, just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her, and her autism, and make her voice heard? | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 81 | Can You See Me Series | The “Can You See Me Series” is a captivating collection of four books, including “Can You See Me?,” “Do You Know Me?,” “Ways to Be Me,” and “All the Pieces of Me.” This series delves into the challenges and triumphs of a young protagonist as she navigates her journey of self-discovery and growth. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 82 | The Extraordinary Adventures of Alice Tonks – Emily Kenny | Alice Tonks desperately wants to make friends at boarding school but, being autistic, sheâs always found it hard to fit in. Then she discovers she is a âswitcherâ and can talk to animals. As she starts to explore her newfound abilities, to her horror she learns that creatures are going missing. Only Alice holds the key to solving the mystery and finding the culprit, but sheâll need to harness her full powers first. And to do that sheâll need a bit of help from her new friendsâboth human and animal. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 83 | Good Different – Meg Eden Kuyatt | Seventh-grader Selah Godfrey knows that to be “normal” she has to keep her feelings tightly controlled when people are around, but after hitting a fellow student, she needs to figure out just what makes her different–and why that is ok. Told in verse. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 84 | The Asparagus Bunch – Jessica Scott-Whyte | It’s often said that the first day at a new school can be nerve-wrecking, but for 13-year-old Leon Crothers, joining his seventh new school, simply raises the question of who or what will be the reason for his departure. A funny novel exploring themes of neurodiversity and dyslexia. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 85 | Something More – Jackie Khalilieh | A contemporary teen romance novel, now available in paperback, featuring a Palestinian-Canadian girl trying to hide her autism diagnosis while navigating her first year of high school, for fans of Jenny Han and Samira Ahmed. Fifteen-year-oldyear-old Jessie, a quirky loner obsessed with the nineties, is diagnosed as autistic just weeks before starting high school. Determined to make a fresh start and keep her diagnosis a secret, Jessie creates a list of goals that range from acquiring two distinct eyebrows to getting a magical first kiss and landing a spot in the school play. Within the halls of Holy Trinity High, she finds a world where things are no longer black and white and quickly learns that living in color is much more fun. But Jessie gets more than she bargained for when two very different boys steal her heart, forcing her to go off-script. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 86 | The Right Wavelength – Amber Crewe | The Right Wavelength follows 30-something Lorna, a successful radio producer in London. Lorna has always been different from others, and finds life exhausting. An unexpected comment from a guest at the radio station sets Lorna on a path of self-discovery. At the same time, Lornaâs high school crush Finn has re-entered her life after their school reunion. Will Lorna fall for Finn again, and will he reciprocate? Lorna will have to work through a number of changes in her life as she learns more about herself and finding love. The romance story was sweet and enjoyable. As the book progressed, and I got to know the characters, I enjoyed this aspect of the story more and more. Lornaâs feelings for and encounters with Finn were nicely intertwined with the process of finding herself. The secondary characters, and events at the radio station, were well developed, adding depth and much interest to the story. Mostly however, I was curious to read about Lornaâs autism journey, particularly as the author is Autistic themselves. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 87 | Lisa und Lio â das MĂ€dchen und der Alien-Fuchs 1 – Daniele Schreiter | Lisa und ihre Mutter sind frisch nach Finkenstadt gezogen und fĂŒr Lisa beginnt ein groĂes Abenteuer. Lisa ist Autistin und es fĂ€llt ihr schwer, sich in eine neue Umgebung einzufinden und neue Freunde zu finden. Zum GlĂŒck begegnet ihr auf dem Weg zur neuen Schule Lio, ein lebender interstellarer Organismus, der auf der Erde zurĂŒckgelassen wurde und mit Ă€hnlichen Problemen zu kĂ€mpfen hat wie Lisa. Fortan wird der muntere Alien-Fuchs ihr Begleiter und die beiden meistern zusammen die HĂŒrden des Alltags. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 88 | Lisa und Lio â das MĂ€dchen und der Alien-Fuchs 2 – Daniela Schreiter | Die erste Zeit an ihrer neuen Schule hat Lisa mit der Hilfe von Lio, dem Alien-Fuchs, gut gemeistert. Nun steht mit einer Klassenausfahrt das nĂ€chste Abenteuer bevor. Lisa ist Autistin. Und viele Dinge fallen ihr schwer, die fĂŒr ihre MitschĂŒler*innen ganz normal sind. Eine Ausfahrt mit der ganzen Klasse, bei der es laut zugeht und der Reisebus keine RĂŒckzugsmöglichkeiten hat, eine fremde Umgebung und mit einem anderen MĂ€dchen das Zimmer zu teilen, birgt fĂŒr Lisa groĂe Herausforderungen. Zum GlĂŒck hat sie Lio an ihrer Seite ⊠doch wie soll sie den kleinen AuĂerirdischen wĂ€hrend der Fahrt versteckt halten? | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 89 | Was sieht Paul? – Anna Irmgard JĂ€ger | Paul ist ein kleiner Junge mit frĂŒhkindlichem Autismus, der die Welt betrachtet. Was sieht Paul? Was macht Paul? Was hört Paul? Warum lacht und warum weint Paul? Auf alle diese Fragen gibt es nicht immer eine Antwort. Aber wenn du es mal ausprobierst, vielleicht mal selbst mit den Armen flatterst oder dir deine Ohren zuhĂ€ltst, um dein Herz besser zu hören, bekommst du vielleicht Antworten. Die Autorin Anna Irmgard JĂ€ger lĂ€dt Kinder und Erwachsene zu einem herzlichen Perspektivenwechsel und in Pauls Welt ein. Inspiration zu diesem Buch ist ihr Sohn Paul. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | German | ||||
| 90 | Why Johnny doesnât flap – Clay & Gail Morton | Johnny is different. He is never exactly on time, he can’t seem to stick to a routine and he often speaks in cryptic idioms. Johnny is neurotypical, but that’s OK. A picture book with a difference, Why Johnny Doesn’t Flap turns the tables on common depictions of neurological difference by drolly revealing how people who are not on the autistic spectrum are perceived by those who are. The autistic narrator’s bafflement at his neurotypical friend’s quirks shows that ‘normal’ is simply a matter of perspective. | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 91 | She-Ra: Princess of Power | She-Ra and the Princesses of Power is an American animated television series developed for Netflix by ND Stevenson and produced by DreamWorks Animation Television. Like the 1985 Filmation series She-Ra: Princess of Power, of which it is a reboot, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power tells the tale of Adora, an adolescent who can transform into the heroine She-Ra and leads a group of other magical princesses in a rebellion against the evil Lord Hordak and his Horde. Showrunner ND Stevenson confirmed that Entrapta,one of the characters, was written as autistic. | Link | Individual story | Non-documentary Films/Series | English | ||||
| 92 | Different, Not Less: A neurodivergent’s guide to embracing your true self and finding your happily ever after- Chloe Hayden | Growing up, ChloĂ© Hayden felt like she’d crash-landed on an alien planet where nothing made sense. Eye contact? Small talk? And why are you people so touch-oriented? She moved between 10 schools in 8 years, struggling to become a person she believed society would accept, and was eventually diagnosed with autism and ADHD. When a life-changing group of allies showed her that different did not mean less, she learned to celebrate her true voice and find her happily ever after. This is a moving, at times funny story of how it feels to be neurodivergent as well as a practical guide, with advice for living with meltdowns and shutdowns, tips for finding supportive communities and much more. Whether you’re neurodivergent or supporting those who are,?Different, Not Less?will inspire you to create a more inclusive world where everyone feels like they belong. | Link | Individual story | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 93 | Late Bloomer: How an Autism Diagnosis Changed My Life â Clem Bastow | Clem Bastow grew up feeling like sheâd missed a key memo on human behaviour. She found the unspoken rules of social engagement confusing, arbitrary and stressful. Friendships were hard, relationships harder, and the office was a fluorescent-lit nightmare of anxiety. It wasnât until Clem was diagnosed as autistic, at age 36, that things clicked into focus. With wit and warmth, Clem reflects as an autistic adult on her formative experiences as an undiagnosed young person, from the asphalt playground of St Joseph’s Primary School in Melbourne, to working as an entertainment journalist in Hollywood. Along the way she challenges the broader cultural implications and ideas around autism, especially for women and gender-diverse people. Deconstructing the misconceptions and celebrating the realities of autistic experience, Late Bloomer is as heartbreaking as it is hilarious, and will stay with you long after the reading. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 94 | Uniquely Human: Updated and Expanded: A Different Way of Seeing Autism- Barry M. Prizant | Winner of the Autism Society of Americaâs Dr. Temple Grandin Award for the Outstanding Literary Work in Autism A groundbreaking book on autism, by one of the worldâs leading experts, who portrays autism as a unique way of being humanâthis is ârequired reading…Breathtakingly simple and profoundly positiveâ (Chicago Tribune). Autism therapy typically focuses on ridding individuals of âautisticâ symptoms such as difficulties interacting socially, communication problems, sensory challenges, and repetitive behavior patterns. Now, this updated and expanded edition of Dr. Barry M. Prizantâs Uniquely Human tackles new language such as shifting from âperson-first languageâ to âidentity-first language,â diversity of identity in the autism sphere, and the future of autistic advocacy by amplifying the voices of autistic and neurodivergent individuals. “A must-read for anyone touched by autismâŠDr. Prizantâs Uniquely Human is a crucial step in promoting better understanding and a more humane approachâ (Associated Press). Instead of classifying âautisticâ behaviors as signs of pathology, Dr. Prizant sees them as part of a range of strategies to cope with a world that feels chaotic and overwhelming. Rather than curb these behaviors, itâs better to enhance abilities, build on strengths, and offer supports that will lead to more desirable behavior and a better quality of life. Uniquely Human is a âbrilliantâ (Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes) approach to autism in the modern age that provides âcommon sense [and] practical adviceâ (Temple Grandin, author of The Autistic Brain) drawn from Dr. Prizantâs four-decade career. It conveys a deep respect for people with autism and their own unique qualities. Filled with humanity and wisdom, Uniquely Human âshould reassure parents and caregivers of kids with autism and any other disability that their kids are not broken, but, indeed, special (Booklist, starred review). | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Education and learning strategies | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 95 | The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-year-old Boy with Autism â Naoki Higashida | Written by Naoki Higashida when he was only thirteen, this book provides rare insight into the behaviour of children on the autism spectrum. Using a question and answer format, Naoki explains things like why he talks loudly or repeats the same questions, what causes him to have panic attacks, and why he likes to jump. He shows the way he thinks and feels about his world – other people, nature, time and beauty, and himself. Proving that autistic people possess imagination, humour and empathy, he makes clear how they need compassion, patience and understanding. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 96 | The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum- Temple Grandin | When Temple Grandin was born in 1947, autism had only just been named. Today it is more prevalent than ever, with one in 88 children diagnosed on the spectrum. And our thinking about it has undergone a transformation in her lifetime: Autism studies have moved from the realm of psychology to neurology and genetics, and there is far more hope today than ever before thanks to groundbreaking new research into causes, treatments, and cures. Now Temple Grandin reports from the forefront of autism science, bringing her singular perspective to a thrilling journey into the heart of the autism revolution. Weaving her own experience with remarkable new discoveries, Grandin introduces the neuroimaging advances and genetic research that link brain science to behavior, even sharing her own brain scan to show us which anomalies might explain common symptoms. We meet the scientists and self-advocates who are exploring innovative theories of what causes autism and how we can diagnose and best treat it. Grandin also highlights long-ignored sensory problems and the transformative effects we can have by treating autism symptom by symptom, rather than with an umbrella diagnosis. Most exciting, she argues that raising and educating kids on the spectrum isn t just a matter of focusing on their weaknesses; in the science that reveals their long-overlooked strengths she shows us new ways to foster their unique contributions. Weaving her own experience with remarkable new discoveries, Grandin introduces the advances in neuroimaging and genetic research that link brain science to behavior, even sharing her own brain scan to show which anomalies might explain common symptoms. Most excitingly, she argues that raising and educating kids on the autism spectrum must focus on their long-overlooked strengths to foster their unique contributions. The Autistic Brain brings Grandinâs singular perspective into the heart of the autism revolution. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Education and learning strategies | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 97 | Odd Girl Out: An Autistic Woman in a Neurotypical World- Laura James | What do you do when you wake up in your mid-forties and realize you’ve been living a lie your whole life? Do you tell? Or do you keep it to yourself? Laura James found out that she was autistic as an adult, after she had forged a career for herself, married twice and raised four children. This book tracks the year of Laura’s life after she receives a definitive diagnosis from her doctor, as she learns that ‘different’ doesn’t need to mean ‘less’ and how there is a place for all of us, and it’s never too late to find it. Laura raws on her professional and personal experiences and reflects on her life in the light of her diagnosis, which for her explains some of her differences; why, as a child, she felt happier spinning in circles than standing still and why she has always found it difficult to work in places with a lot of ambient noise. Although this is a personal story, the book has a wider focus too, exploring reasons for the lower rate of diagnosed autism in women and a wide range of topics including eating disorders and autism, marriage and motherhood. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Advocacy and rights | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 98 | Sincerely, Your Autistic Child: What People on the Autism Spectrum Wish Their Parents Knew About Growing Up, Acceptance, and Identity | A rare and diverse collection of autistic voices that highlights to parents the unique needs of girls and nonbinary people who are growing up with autism. Most resources available for parents come out of the medical model of disability–from psychologists, educators, parents, and doctors–offering parents a narrow and technical approach to autism. Furthermore, it is widely believed that many autistic girls and women are underdiagnosed, which has further limited the information available regarding the unique needs of girls and nonbinary people with autism. Sincerely, Your Autistic Child represents an authentic resource for parents and others who care about autism written by people who understand this experience most, autistic people themselves. From childhood and education to culture, gender identity, and sexuality, this anthology of autistic contributors tackles the everyday challenges of growing up while honestly addressing the emotional needs, sensitivity, and vibrancy of the autistic community with a special focus on autistic girls and nonbinary people. Written like letters to parents, the contributors reflect on what they have learned while growing up with autism and how parents can avoid common mistakes and overcome challenges while raising their child. Sincerely, Your Autistic Child calls parents to action by raising awareness and redefining “normal” in order to help parents make their child feel truly accepted, valued, and celebrated for who they are. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 99 | Unmasking Autism: The Power of Embracing Our Hidden Neurodiversity – Devon Price | or every visibly Autistic person you meet, there are countless âmaskedâ Autistic people who pass as neurotypical. Masking is a common coping mechanism in which Autistic people hide their identifiably Autistic traits in order to fit in with societal norms, adopting a superficial personality at the expense of their mental health. This can include suppressing harmless stims, papering over communication challenges by presenting as unassuming and mild-mannered, and forcing themselves into situations that cause severe anxiety, all so they arenât seen as needy or âodd.â In Unmasking Autism, Dr. Devon Price shares his personal experience with masking and blends history, social science research, prescriptions, and personal profiles to tell a story of neurodivergence that has thus far been dominated by those on the outside looking in. For Dr. Price and many others, Autism is a deep source of uniqueness and beauty. Unfortunately, living in a neurotypical world means it can also be a source of incredible alienation and pain. Most masked Autistic individuals struggle for decades before discovering who they truly are. They are also more likely to be marginalized in terms of race, gender, sexual orientation, class, and other factors, which contributes to their suffering and invisibility. Dr. Price lays the groundwork for unmasking and offers exercises that encourage self-expression, Celebrating special interests Cultivating Autistic relationships Reframing Autistic stereotypes And rediscovering your valuesItâs time to honor the needs, diversity, and unique strengths of Autistic people so that they no longer have to maskâand itâs time for greater public acceptance and accommodation of difference. In embracing neurodiversity, we can all reap the rewards of nonconformity and learn to live authentically, Autistic and neurotypical people alike. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 100 | Taking Off the Mask: Practical Exercises to Help Understand and Minimise the Effects of Autistic Camouflaging- Hannah Louise Belcher | I realised I had been camouflaging my whole life – I’d been trying to mask my autistic traits and fit in with all the non-autistic people around me.’ Growing up autistic can often feel as though you have to become a chameleon in social situations, camouflaging yourself to fit in with a seemingly neurotypical world. Combining lived experience with scientific research and practical advice, this book is the essential guide to understanding why you mask and how to feel confident without one. Focusing on diagnostic devices like the Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q) to discover the situations in which you mask the most and why, alongside a range of techniques, from CBT, compassion based therapy, DBT, and mindfulness to relieve anxiety and reduce stress, this guide gives you all the tools and confidence you need to re-connect with yourself, the things you love and finally, take off your mask. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 101 | Women and Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Understanding Life Experiences from Early Childhood to Old Age – Sarah Hendrickx | The difference that being female makes to the diagnosis, life and experiences of a person with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has largely gone unresearched and unreported until recently. In this book Sarah Hendrickx has collected both academic research and personal stories about girls and women on the autism spectrum to present a picture of their feelings, thoughts and experiences at each stage of their lives. Outlining how autism presents differently and can hide itself in females and what the likely impact will be for them throughout their lifespan, the book looks at how females with ASD experience diagnosis, childhood, education, adolescence, friendships, sexuality, employment, pregnancy and parenting, and aging. It will provide invaluable guidance for the professionals who support these girls and women and it will offer women with autism a guiding light in interpreting and understanding their own life experiences through the experiences of others. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 102 | UNMASKED: The Ultimate Guide to ADHD, Autism and Neurodivergence | Ellie was 24 when she learned she wasn’t broken. She wasn’t a bad person, she was neurodivergent. Her late diagnosis of ADHD and autism was like a lightbulb being switched on and she could finally start to heal from the trauma of being un-diagnosed and mis-understood for so long. Since getting her diagnosis, Ellie has made it her mission to change the way we think about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence and in UNMASKED she shares what she has learned along her journey. Written in a bite-sized style for whizzy brains like hers, Ellie shares chapters on mental health, pretty privilege, how to navigate the workplace and the importance of self-diagnosis so that we can all better understand and celebrate neurodivergence, and ultimately make the world a more inclusive place. | Link | Advocacy and rights | Mental health and well-being | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 103 | Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism- | Barb Cook and 14 other autistic women describe life from a female autistic perspective, and present empowering, helpful and supportive insights from their personal experience for fellow autistic women. Michelle Garnett’s comments validate and expand the experiences described from a clinician’s perspective, and provide extensive recommendations. Autistic advocates including Liane Holliday Willey, Anita Lesko, Jeanette Purkis, Artemisia and Samantha Craft offer their personal guidance on significant issues that particularly affect women, as well as those that are more general to autism. Contributors cover issues including growing up, identity, diversity, parenting, independence and self-care amongst many others. With great contributions from exceptional women, this is a truly well-rounded collection of knowledge and sage advice for any woman with autism. | Link | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Individual story | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 104 | Letters To My Weird Sisters: On Autism and Feminism- Joanne Limburg | Limburg describes movingly her own struggles as a new mother and the pressure of society’s expectations…Through such delicately intertwined experiences, Limburg quietly shouts for change.’ Times Literary Supplement 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. An autism diagnosis in midlife enabled Joanne Limburg to finally make sense of why her emotional expression, social discomfort and presentation had always marked her as an outsider. Eager to discover other women who had been misunderstood in their time, she writes a series of wide-ranging letters to four ‘weird sisters’ from history, addressing topics including autistic parenting, social isolation, feminism, the movement for disability rights and the appalling punishments that have been meted out over centuries to those deemed to fall short of the norm. This heartfelt, deeply compassionate and wholly original work humanises women who have so often been dismissed for their differences, and will be celebrated by ‘weird sisters’ everywhere. | Link | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Mental health and well-being | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 105 | Neuroqueer Heresies: Notes on the Neurodiversity Paradigm, Autistic Empowerment, and Postnormal Possibilities-Nick Walker | The work of queer autistic scholar Nick Walker has played a key role in the evolving discourse on human neurodiversity. Neuroqueer Heresies collects a decade’s worth of Dr. Walker’s most influential writings, along with new commentary by the author and new material on her radical conceptualization of Neuroqueer Theory. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the foundations, terminology, implications, and leading edges of the emerging neurodiversity paradigm. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 106 | We’re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation-Eric Garcia | With a reporterâs eye and an insiderâs perspective, Eric Garcia shows what itâs like to be autistic across America. Garcia began writing about autism because he was frustrated by the mediaâs coverage of it; the myths that the disorder is caused by vaccines, the narrow portrayals of autistic people as white men working in Silicon Valley. His own life as an autistic person didnât look anything like that. He is Latino, a graduate of the University of North Carolina, and works as a journalist covering politics in Washington D.C. Garcia realized he needed to put into writing what so many autistic people have been saying for years; autism is a part of their identity, they donât need to be fixed. In Weâre Not Broken, Garcia uses his own life as a springboard to discuss the social and policy gaps that exist in supporting those on the spectrum. From education to healthcare, he explores how autistic people wrestle with systems that were not built with them in mind. At the same time, he shares the experiences of all types of autistic people, from those with higher support needs, to autistic people of color, to those in the LGBTQ community. In doing so, Garcia gives his community a platform to articulate their own needs, rather than having others speak for them, which has been the standard for far too long. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 107 | Autistic State of Mind: The chaotic symphony of a late-diagnosed woman’s mind- Kayla Francis | In this book, the author offers a raw and unfiltered glimpse into her own experience with autism, sharing her thoughts and emotions in real time. With pain, agitation, humor, and solution as her guiding principles, she bares her soul and takes readers on a journey through the often-turbulent waters of neurodivergence. But this book is more than just a personal account of one woman’s struggles. It’s a lifeline for those who feel alone in their own chaotic thoughts and emotions. It’s a source of comfort and validation for those who have been told their entire lives that they’re “weird” or “different.” And it’s a beacon of hope for those who are just starting to navigate the world of autism. By reading “Autistic State of Mind,” you – gain a deeper understanding of what it’s like to live with autismâboth the good and the bad; -learn how to recognize and cope with the pain and agitation that can come with neurodivergence; -come away with a renewed sense of empathy and compassion for those who experience the world in a different way. Whether you’re an autistic individual or the caregiver of someone with autism, this book will help you feel less alone and more empowered. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Mental health and well-being | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 108 | Loud Hands: Autistic People, Speaking- Julia Bascom | Loud Hands: Autistic People, Speaking is a collection of essays written by and for Autistic people. Spanning from the dawn of the Neurodiversity movement to the blog posts of today, Loud Hands: Autistic People, Speaking catalogues the experiences and ethos of the Autistic community and preserves both diverse personal experiences and the community’s foundational documents together side by side. | Link | Individual story | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 109 | Knowing Why: Adult-Diagnosed Autistic People on Life and Autism- Elizabeth Bartmess | As A.J. Odasso writes in this anthology: “You spend a lot of time wondering what’s wrong without ever knowing why.” This anthology includes essays from a diverse group of adult-diagnosed autistic people. Our essays reflect the value of knowing why–why we are different from so many other people, why it can be so hard to do things others can take for granted, and why there is often such a mismatch between others’ treatment of us and our own needs, skills, and experiences. Essay topics include recovering from burnout, exploring our passions and interests, and coping with sensory overload, especially in social situations. If you know you’re autistic, are beginning to wonder, share similarities with autistic people, or want to support an adult autistic friend or family member–or if you simply want to know why it’s so important that autistic adults know we’re autistic–this book is for you. | Link | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 110 | On the Spectrum: Autism, Faith, and the Gifts of Neurodiversity- Daniel Jr. Bowman | Nearly everyone knows someone on the autism spectrum, whether it’s a niece or nephew, a student in their classroom, a coworker, or a sibling, spouse, or child. One in 54 children has autism, according to the CDC, and autism is reported across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups. Yet most of what people think they know about autism is wrong. On the Spectrum debunks myths with a realistic yet hope-filled deep dive into the heart, mind, and life of a Christian. Daniel Bowman, a novelist, poet, and professor, received an autism diagnosis at age thirty-five after experiencing crises in his personal and professional life. The diagnosis shed light on his experience in a new, life-giving way. In this captivating book, Bowman reveals new insights into autism, relationships, faith, and the gift of neurodiversity. Rather than viewing autism as a deficiency, Bowman teaches readers–through stories of his heartbreaks and triumphs–authentic ways to love their neighbors as themselves, including their autistic neighbors who are fearfully and wonderfully, if differently, made. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 111 | But You Donât Look Autistic at All- Bianca Toeps | Autism â that’s being able to count matches really fast and knowing that 7 August 1984 was a Tuesday, right? Well, no. In this book, Bianca Toeps explains in great detail what life is like when you’re autistic. She does this by looking at what science says about autism (and why some theories can go straight in the bin), but also by telling her own story and interviewing other people with autism. Bianca talks in a refreshing and sometimes hilarious way about different situations autistic people encounter in daily life. She has some useful tips for non-autistic people too: what you should do if someone prefers not to look you in the eye, why it is sometimes better to communicate by email, and, most important of all, why it is not a compliment if you say: “But you don’t look autistic at all!” | Link | Individual story | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 112 | Spectrums: Autistic Transgender People in Their Own Words- Maxfield Sparrow | Written by autistic trans people from around the world, this vital and intimate collection of personal essays reveals the struggles and joys of living at the intersection of neurodivergence and gender diversity.Weaving memories, poems and first-person narratives together, these stories showcase experiences of coming out, college and university life, accessing healthcare, physical transition, friendships and relationships, sexuality, pregnancy, parenting, and late life self-discovery, to reveal a rich and varied tapestry of life lived on the spectrums.With humour and personal insight, this anthology is essential reading for autistic trans people, and the professionals supporting them, as well as anyone interested in the nuances of autism and gender identity. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 113 | Authoring Autism: On Rhetoric and Neurological Queerness- Melanie Yergeau | In Authoring Autism M. Remi Yergeau defines neurodivergence as an identityâneuroqueernessârather than an impairment. Using a queer theory framework, Yergeau notes the stereotypes that deny autistic people their humanity and the chance to define themselves while also challenging cognitive studies scholarship and its reification of the neurological passivity of autistics. They also critique early intensive behavioral interventionsâwhich have much in common with gay conversion therapyâand questions the ableist privileging of intentionality and diplomacy in rhetorical traditions. Using storying as their method, they present an alternative view of autistic rhetoricity by foregrounding the cunning rhetorical abilities of autistics and by framing autism as a narrative condition wherein autistics are the best-equipped people to define their experience. Contending that autism represents a queer way of being that simultaneously embraces and rejects the rhetorical, Yergeau shows how autistic people queer the lines of rhetoric, humanity, and agency. In so doing, they demonstrate how an autistic rhetoric requires the reconceptualization of rhetoricâs very essence. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 114 | War on Autism: On the Cultural Logic of Normative Violence- Anne McGuire | War on Autism examines autism as a historically specific and powerladen cultural phenomenon that has much to teach about the social organization of a neoliberal western modernity. Bringing together a variety of interpretive theoretical perspectives including critical disability studies, queer and critical race theory, and cultural studies, the book analyzes the social significance and productive effects of contemporary discourses of autism as these are produced and circulated in the field of autism advocacy. Anne McGuire discusses how in the field of autism advocacy, autism often appears as an abbreviation, its multiple meanings distilled to various âred flagâ warnings in awareness campaigns, bulleted biomedical âfactsâ in information pamphlets, or worrisome statistics in policy reports. She analyzes the relationships between these fragmentary enactments of autism and traces their continuities to reveal an underlying, powerful, and ubiquitous logic of violence that casts autism as a pathological threat that advocacy must work to eliminate. Such logic, McGuire contends, functions to delimit the role of the âgoodâ autism advocate to one who is positioned âagainstâ autism. | Link | Advocacy and rights | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 115 | Understanding the Lived Experiences of Autistic Adults- Sneha Kohli Mathur, Adam Paul Valerius | Research related to transition and support needs for autistic adults remains limited. The purpose of this study was to understand the hopes, dreams, aspirations, challenges, and lived experiences of autistic adults. Academic literature has largely emphasized autism as a medical deficit, and use of first-person narratives to understand needs of people on the autism spectrum is rare. To fill this gap, this narrative study was conducted through a social model of disability lens and centered voices of autistic individuals. This research recognized that only someone who is autistic can be considered a true expert on autism; thus, it is imperative researchers consult with and collaborate with autistic individuals to develop the most useful support services possible. By including autistic people in research design, implementation, and support services, academics and therapists can learn from the neurodivergent about problems that the social and cultural worlds present them with, thereby moving toward a more socially just society. This study included both academic literature and autobiographies written by autistic authors. The coauthor in this study is also an autistic adult who presented his life experiences for a central narrative. In contrast to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), which conceptualizes autism as a list of deficits, a number of powerful themes emerged from analysis of autistic authorsâ lives: Isolation, Influence of Parents, Differences in Needs: Education and Employment, Empowerment, and Relationships. These themes were contextualized via theories of neurodiversity paradigm, monotropism theory, and the double empathy problem, to better understand autistic experiences and needs. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 116 | Helping You to Identify and Understand Autism Masking: The Truth Behind the Mask- Emma Kendall | Youâve heard of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) but have you ever heard of autism masking? If so, what does the term autism masking mean to you?Your response will undoubtedly be influenced by important factors such you autistic?Do you support or care for somebody diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder?Are you an expert when it comes to understanding ASDs and supporting autistic people?Do you or a family member have a recent ASD diagnosis?Or, do you simply have an interest in learning all about ASDs?Whatever your situation is, when it comes to understanding ASDs there will always be something new to learn. Thatâs because autism spectrum disorders are complex and unique to each and every individual. Emma Kendall is diagnosed autistic, and holds a first-class degree in Special Education. In addition to this, her qualifications include Counselling, Communication and Personal Skills.Whilst at university, Emma studied and researched the social behaviour which is commonly referred to as autism masking or camouflaging. This required her to interact with and question autistic people to gain a clear understanding of this diverse topic.Emma shares her unique insights and personal experiences describing what autism masking is. She also reveals the intriguing motives for the use of this behaviour. Explaining how autistic people do this and why, and to what extent the mask is relied upon, as well as, uncovering fascinating details concerning the after effects and the long-term impact of autism masking. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 117 | Perfectly Autistic: Post Diagnostic Support for Parents of ASD Children. Building Autism Bonds and Creating Harmonious Connections- Emma Kendall | “Knowing that your child is autistic is one thing, trying to understand what that diagnosis means for your child is an entirely different matter.” (Emma Kendall) Emma Kendall is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (Asperger’s Syndrome) and comes from a family with many ASD diagnosed members, including her son. She also holds a first class degree in Autism: Special Education. Emma has written from both a personal and educational perspective. She provides simple to understand guidance, and examples of personal experiences that provide an insight into the complexities of what it means to support and parent an autistic child. Her friendly guidance and support will help you to connect and bond with your child. Offering inspiring thoughts on how to identify your child’s needs and how to help your child to understand what it actually means to be autistic. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Family support and resources | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 118 | Autistic Christmas: How to Prepare for an Autism Friendly Christmas- Emma Kendall | Being a parent to a child on the autism spectrum can be challenging at the best of times, but when you add a very busy season to the mix, full of confusing Christmas traditions, visual changes, social events, and disruptions to routine, it can become even trickier. Whether youâre making plans to visit family and friends, or having a quiet peaceful Christmas at home, there will be many preparations that need to be considered. Emma Kendall is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, and is a parent to an autistic son. She also holds a first-class degree in Autism: Special Education. In this book, Emma takes you through all the associated autism intricacies that are involved when planning and preparing for Christmas with an autistic child. Emma covers areas such as: – Christmas misunderstandings and literal thinking. – How Christmas can impact sensory perception. – Adjusting to Christmas routines. – Social demands. – How to support your child in an educational setting. – Challenges associated with Christmas presents. – Choosing the perfect gift. – Christmas planning and preparations. – The Christmas aftermath, and much, much moreâŠâŠWith a little autism planning and understanding, I hope Christmas brings you lots of magical moments of joy, creating special memories⊠| Link | Family support and resources | Education and learning strategies | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 119 | Twirling Naked in the Streets and No One Noticed: Growing Up With Undiagnosed Autism- Jeannie Davide-Rivera | Jeannie grew up with autism, but no one around her knew it. Twirling Naked in the Streets will take you on a journey into the mind of a child on the autism spectrum; a child who grows into an adolescent, an adult, and becomes a wife, mother, student, and writer with autism. This is a gripping memoir of a quirky, weird, but gifted child who grows up never quite finding her niche. It took 38 years to discover that all the issues, problems, and weirdness she experienced were because she had Asperger’s Syndrome (AS), a form of high-functioning autism. The tale begins at age three and takes us all the way through her diagnosis. Along the way she explains autism in a way that will have fellow “Aspies” crying tears of joy at being understood, and “neuro-typical” people really starting to grasp the challenges that autistic people face every moment of every day. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Transitioning to adulthood | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 120 | The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future- Barb Cook, Yenn Purkis | Being autistic, you might come across more challenges than others around you, such as dealing with ableism, discrimination in employment or difficulties in your relationships. Learning to successfully self-advocate will help you to build confidence, strengthen your relationships and ensure your needs are met. Written by two autistic activists, this book will give you the tools and strategies to advocate for yourself in any situation. It covers specific scenarios including work, school, and family and relationships, as well as looking at advocacy for the wider community, whether that’s through social media, presentations or writing. Additionally, the book provides advice on building independence, developing your skills, standing up for others and resolving conflict. The authors also explore the overall impact of self-advocacy in all areas of your life, building a sense of confidence, resilience and control. Drawing on the authors’ extensive experience, this book will help you to successfully prioritise your needs and rights, challenge what is unfair or unjust and make your voice heard. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Advocacy and rights | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 121 | 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, Jenna Gensic | The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy takes an in-depth look at the key elements of effective, respectful, inclusive advocacy and allyship. Every topic was chosen, shaped, and informed by #ActuallyAutistic perspectives. The 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, such as emphasizing acceptance, avoiding assumptions and assuming competence. The advice and strategies laid out in this guide center the wisdom and experiences of Autistic people and enable the reader to confidently speak up with insight and understanding. | Link | Advocacy and rights | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 122 | What to Say Next: Successful Communication in Work, Life, and Loveâwith Autism Spectrum Disorder- Sarah Nannery, Larry Nannery | Using her personal experience living as a professional woman with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Sarah Nannery, together with her husband, Larry, offers this timely communication guide for anyone on the Autism spectrum looking to successfully navigate work, life, and love. When Sarah Nannery got her first job at a small nonprofit, she thought she knew exactly what it would take to advance. But soon she realized that even with hard work and conscientiousness, she was missing key meanings and messages embedded in her colleaguesâ everyday requests, feedback, and praise. She had long realized her brain operated differently than others, but now she knew for sure: she had Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With help from her neurotypical partnerânow husbandâLarry, mostly in frantic IM chats, Sarah rose to Director of Development at one of the worldâs largest nonprofits. Together they have tackled challenges in how Sarah navigates personal and professional relationships, how they navigate marriage and parenthood, all of which are differently challenging for someone with ASD. But she wonders, at times, how life would be different if sheâd had to figure it all out herself. So, in What to Say Next , she offers advice, empathy, and straightforward strategies from her own tool-kitânot only for others who see the world differently, but for their families, partners and colleagues. In What to Say Next , Sarah breaks down everyday situationsâthe chat in the break room, the last-minute meeting, the unexpected run-inâin granular detail, explaining not only how to understand the goals of others, but also how to frame your own. Larry adds his thoughts from a neurotypical perspective, sharing what was going on in his brain and how he learned to listen and enlighten, while supporting and maintaining Sarahâs voice. At a time when more and more people are being diagnosed with ASDâespecially women and girlsâthis book tells important truths about what it takes to make it in a neurotypical world, and still be true to yourself. | Link | Communication and social skills development | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 123 | What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic: Unpuzzling a Life on the Autism Spectrum- Annie Kotowicz | In this intimate and insightful mix of memoir and manifesto, Annie Kotowicz invites you inside the mind of an autistic woman, sharing the trials and triumphs of a life before and after diagnosis. How might it feel to be autistic? Why are autistic and non-autistic people so puzzling to one another? How does neuroscience explain the spectrum of autistic traits? And what could you discover about your own mindâneurotypical or neurodivergentâthrough learning about another? Drawing on popular stories from her blog Neurobeautifulâalong with memories never shared beforeâAnnie Kotowicz has created a nuanced analysis of her autistic thinking, an engaging guide to autistic thriving, and a beautiful celebration of autistic brains. What I Mean When I Say Iâm Autistic will inspire autistic people and those who love them, offering help and hope to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the autism spectrum. | Link | Individual story | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 124 | Untypical: How the World Isnât Built for Autistic People and What We Should All Do About it- Pete Wharmby | Itâs time to remake the world â the ground-breaking book on what steps we should all be taking for the autistic people in our lives. Rule 1: You should never ask for something directly. If you want something, you must imply or hint your need for it ⊠somehow. The modern world is built for neurotypicals. Needless noise, bright flashing lights, small talk, implication and âunwritten rulesâ; it can be a nightmarish dystopia as far as the autistic population is concerned. In Untypical World, Pete Wharmby lays bare the experience of being âdifferentâ, explaining with wit and warmth just how exhausting it is to fit into a world not designed for you. But this book is more than an explanation. After a late-diagnosis and lifetime of âmaskingâ, Pete is the perfect interlocutor to explain how our two worlds can meet, and what we can do for the one-in-thirty autistic people in our schools, workplaces and lives. The result: a practical handbook for all of us to make the world a simpler place for autistic people to navigate. A call to arms for anyone who believes in an inclusive society, and wants to be part of the solution. | Link | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 125 | Drama Queen: One Autistic Woman and a Life of Unhelpful Labels- Sara Gibbs | It has taken me several years of exploration, but I am at a place now where I see autism as neither an affliction nor a superpower. It’s just the blueprint for who I am. There is no cure, but that’s absolutely fine by me. To cure me of my autism would be to cure me of myself.’ During the first thirty years of her life, comedy script writer Sara Gibbs had been labelled a lot of things – a cry baby, a scaredy cat, a spoiled brat, a weirdo, a show off – but more than anything else, she’d been called a Drama Queen. No one understood her behaviour, her meltdowns or her intense emotions. She felt like everyone else knew a social secret that she hadn’t been let in on; as if life was a party she hadn’t been invited to. Why was everything so damn hard? Little did Sara know that, at the age of thirty, she would be given one more label that would change her life’s trajectory forever. That one day, sitting next to her husband in a clinical psychologist’s office, she would learn that she had never been a drama queen, or a weirdo, or a cry baby, but she had always been autistic. Drama Queen is both a tour inside one autistic brain and a declaration that a diagnosis on the spectrum, with the right support, accommodations and understanding, doesn’t have to be a barrier to life full of love, laughter and success. It is the story of one woman trying to fit into a world that has often tried to reject her and, most importantly, it’s about a life of labels, and the joy of ripping them off one by one. | Link | Individual story | Advocacy and rights | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 126 | What I Want To Talk About: How Autistic Interests Shape A Life- Pete Wharmby | This book isn’t a memoir. It is a love letter to the phenomenon of autistic hyperfixation.’ In What I Want to Talk About popular autism advocate Pete Wharmby takes readers on a journey through his special interests, illuminating the challenges of autistic experience along the way. Funny, revealing, celebratory and powerful in equal measure, this is a book that will resonate with many, and which should be required reading for anyone who wants to understand autism with more accuracy and empathy. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 127 | Workplace NeuroDiversity Rising: NeuroDiversity = ALL Brains NeuroDivergent and NeuroTypical working together & supporting each other- Lyric Rivera, Lee Hulme | Having a supportive environment can be the difference between employee success and failure. When we support the diverse minds within an organization, everyone on the team benefits (because much of what is necessary for NeuroDivergent success, will benefit everyone in a company). That’s why I’ve written ths handy guide for you, to help empower other people and organizations to consider what they can do to support NeuroDivergent employees. This book is designed to be read front to back, but is also organized in sections, to allow you to skip to your organizaton’s specific problem areas (since every organization is unique). I’ve also included a handy glossary of terms at the back of this book. | Link | Employment and vocational training | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 128 | Strong Female Character- Fern Brady | This is a book about how being a woman gets in the way of people’s expectation of what autism should look like and, equally, how being autistic gets in the way of people’s expectations of what a woman should look like.’ Strong Female Character is a game-changing memoir on sexism and neurodiversity. Fern Brady will use her voice as a neurodivergent, working-class woman from Scotland to bring issues such as sex work, abusive relationships and her time spent in teenage mental health units to the page. It will take a sledgehammer to the Manic Pixie Dream Girl trope which is mistakenly applied to neurodiverse women. It will also look at how her lack of regard for social expectations ultimately meant she surpassed any limitations of what a Scottish working-class woman can do. | Link | Advocacy and rights | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 129 | Ten Steps to Nanette- Hannah Gadsby | Multi-awardwinning Hannah Gadsby transformed comedy with her show Nanette, even as she declared that she was quitting stand-up. Now, she takes us through the defining moments in her life that led to the creation of Nanette and her powerful decision to tell the truth-no matter the cost. ‘There is nothing stronger than a broken woman who has rebuilt herself.’ -Hannah Gadsby, Nanette Gadsby’s unique stand-up special Nanette was a viral success that left audiences captivated by her blistering honesty and her ability to create both tension and laughter in a single moment. But while her worldwide fame might have looked like an overnight sensation, her path from open mic to the global stage was hard-fought and anything but linear. Ten Steps to Nanette traces Gadsby’s growth as a queer person from Tasmania-where homosexuality was illegal until 1997-to her ever-evolving relationship with comedy, to her struggle with late-in-life diagnoses of autism and ADHD, and finally to the backbone of Nanette – the renouncement of self-deprecation, the rejection of misogyny, and the moral significance of truth-telling. Equal parts harrowing and hilarious, Ten Steps to Nanette continues Gadsby’s tradition of confounding expectations and norms, properly introducing us to one of the most explosive, formative voices of our time. | Link | Individual story | Advocacy and rights | Books/e-books | English | |||
| 130 | Friendship Love Autism: Communication Challenges and the Autism Diagnosis that Gave Us a New Life Together- Michelle Preston, Andrew Preston | Andrew didnât realize he might be autistic until his girlfriend, Michelle, approached him about it months into their relationship. No amount of life experience couldâve prepared Michelle for the confusion she felt while dating Andrew, as he was unlike any man she had ever dated before. The thought never dawned on her that she could fall deeply in love with a man who was autistic or that he might be unaware of this, even into his thirties. Whenever they share their story, they are asked the same three. How did you figure out Andrew was autistic? How did you approach him about it? How did you get a diagnosis? These are all fair questions and have interesting and often comedic answers. In this compelling book, Michelle and Andrew answer these questions and share much more. You will follow along as their FRIENDSHIP unexpectedly blossoms into a relationship. You will see LOVE flourish among ridiculous twists and turns. They bring you along for the AUTISM diagnosis that allowed them to grow a deeper understanding of each other. Andrewâs contributions to this book are invaluable as they give insight as to what life is like to be him. Michelleâs humor and authenticity are both unexpected and refreshing. Come along on this outrageous journey of friendship turned to love on the spectrum. âYouâll laugh, youâll cry, and youâll see numerous people you are close to through a whole new lens! This book is a must-read for people of all ages and walks of life.â | Link | Individual story | Books/e-books | English | ||||
| 131 | AUTISM PARENTING SECRETS | If youâve recently received an autism diagnosis for your child, the Autism Parenting Secrets podcast is for you. The podcast, hosted by Cass and Len Arcuri, features a range of topics designed to help parents know that more is possible for their child. If youâre looking for practical advice about how you can become an all-in parent, check out this duoâs masterclass on Apple Podcasts. | Link | Family support and resources | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | ||||
| 132 | MOMS TALK AUTISM | Daily life as a parent to a child with autism comes with unique challenges and opportunities. The Moms Talk Autism Podcast is hosted by Shannon Korza, Tash Dillmon, Jean Mayer, and Brittney Crabtreeâ4 mothers who are raising children with autism and neurodivergent brains. The podcast features conversations about all facets of life on the spectrum, such as navigating school, therapy, advocacy, and marriage and feels like a coffee chat with your closest mom friends. If youâve been feeling alone on your autism journey, give the show a listen. | Link | Family support and resources | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | ||||
| 133 | MY FRIEND AUTISM | Orion Kelly hosts My Friend Autism, a podcast focused on raising the level of understanding, appreciation, and acceptance in the autism community. With topics like how to avoid autistic burnout, workplace discrimination, and busting autism myths, Kelly aims to break down barriers by sharing his perspective as a podcaster, YouTuber, actor, and advocate with autism. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | ||
| 134 | ALL THINGS SENSORY | With over 700,000 downloads, the All Things Sensory podcast is a great tool for helping parents, teachers, and educators who want to see their children thrive. Hosted by Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, the show answers questions about occupational therapy, self-care, nutrition, and health for parents of children with autism, sensory processing disorder, and ADHD. Through their perspective as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Rachel and Jessica provide thoughtful advice and actionable strategies for parents and professionals to implement into their daily routines. | Link | Sensory processing differences | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | |||
| 135 | EMBRACING AUTISM | Lia and Matt McCabe, founders of the charity AutismWish and hosts of the Embracing Autism Podcast, are a neurodivergent parenting duo raising 2 daughters with autism. The podcast hosts weekly discussions on a wide range of neurodivergent topics. Featuring personal stories about the McCabe familyâs experience on the spectrum, Embracing Autism aims to provide parents and caregivers with guidance, resources, and a newfound perspective on Autism Spectrum Disorder. | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | |||||
| 136 | inTune Pathways: The Podcast | As the host of a unique and impactful podcast, Kristy Forbes combines her professional experience as an educator with a special interest in Pathological Demand Avoidance with a personal touch. She brings an authentic voice to the dialogue on neurodivergence, drawing from her own experiences as an autistic adult, a parent to neurodivergent children, and a professional in the field. KF’s mission (and dreaming) invites families and carers to imagine transcending conventional approaches in supporting their children and loved ones; invites professionals to dismantle traditional power imbalances & social hierarchies rooted in privilege and to disengage from power imbalances and engage in meaningful, community-level presence and deep listening. Most importantly, Kristy offers a reframe; an alternate perspective of what it truly means to be neurodivergent and how we both formulate and cultivate a positive sense of autistic identity and culture within a neuronormative society. Her passion stems from a commitment and drive to decolonise and dismantle the ways in which we hear one another and begin to rewrite what the textbooks say we are, as neurodivergent people and communities. With radical acceptance. | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | |||||
| 137 | Missing The Mark | A podcast about how the school system is failing autistic children. Everyone goes to school â but what happens when your child struggles to go? Often as a parent there is a sense that something more is going on causing the distress. A hard-won diagnosis of autism promises to bring the understanding and support families need. Instead, many feel like they are dropped off a cliff edge, and trauma grows in it wake. In this powerful four-part podcast, Eliza Fricker shares her experience, and that of others, to reveal the difficult process of getting an autism diagnosis, what this means in our current education system, and asks, can we find a better way? | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | |||||
| 138 | Aucademy | Aucademy© is a collective of Autistic academics, researchers, teachers, speakers, trainers, and advocates educating on Autistic experience for Autistic and non-autistic learners, because the best way to learn about autism is from Autistic educators. | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | |||||
| 139 | The Autism Podcast | The Autism Podcast, delivered by the London Autism Group Charity, is the definitive autism related podcast. The podcast aims to improve our understanding of autism, boost acceptance, reduce autism stigma, and generate impactful, transformative ideas ranging from practical everyday advice to thoughts on policy, practice, and wider socio-cultural challenges. | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | English | |||||
| 140 | “Im Detail” – der Autismuspodcast | Der Podcast âIm Detailâ klĂ€rt auf und bietet eine FĂŒlle unterschiedlicher Themen zur Innen- und AuĂensicht von Menschen aus dem Autismus-Spektrum, Selbstwirksamkeit, VielfĂ€ltigkeit, zu verschiedenen UnterstĂŒtzungsangeboten und zu vielen weiteren Themen. | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | German | |||||
| 141 | Autismus braucht AufklĂ€rung | Wie “geht” eigentlich Autismus? Anders als du denkst! Deshalb braucht Autismus AufklĂ€rung. AufklĂ€rung durch autistische Menschen selbst, die wissen nĂ€mlich ziemlich genau, wie Autismus geht. Wir sind Teil der Gesellschaft und gestalten sie mit. Deshalb: Redet nicht ĂŒber uns, sondern mit uns! Das will dieser Podcast: ErklĂ€ren, aufklĂ€ren, mit Vorurteilen aufrĂ€umen, kritisch Stellung beziehen und Sie und dich einladen, “Autistisch” zu lernen. Also, reden wir ĂŒber Autismus. Bei einer Tasse Kaffee… | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | German | |||||
| 142 | Autismus- Podcast | Autismus-Podcast ist das Ursprungsformat des Podcasts der Wochenendrebellen. Jason beschlieĂt im Alter von 8 Jahren er mĂŒsse einen eigenen Podcast haben. Fortan bespricht er mit seinem Papa Themen, die sie zuvor in eine Losbox gegeben haben. Autismus-AufklĂ€rung war nie unser Anspruch und doch bekommen wir sehr hĂ€ufig Feedback von Eltern, die ihr autistisches Kind besser verstehen konnten, nachdem sie in einer unserer Themenfolgen Jasons autistische Perspektive zu einem Thema hörten. Sowohl uns aus Elternsicht, als auch Jason mit dem Blickwinkel eines Autisten hat es immer mehr geholfen, Autist*innen zuzuhören anstatt das nĂ€chste Ratgeberbuch zu kaufen. Aber selbst wenn du ĂŒber keinerlei Interesse am Autismus-Spektrum verfĂŒgst, ist es auĂerordentlich unterhaltsam⊠| Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | German | |||||
| 143 | Weiblicher Autismus: Wie ist es unsichtbar behindert zu sein? | Milena und Lena beschreiben sich als Aliens vom Planeten Autismus. Sie tarnen sich, verstecken ihre autistischen ZĂŒge. Nach auĂen hin können sie mit ihrer Autismus-Spektrum-Störung gut kommunizieren, zwischenmenschliche Zeichen deuten und empathisch sein. Doch innerlich kostet sie das enorm viel Kraft. In BESSER SO sprechen Milena und Lena mit dem Psychologen Leon Windscheid ĂŒber ihre besondere Freundschaft und ihre Faszination fĂŒr Menschen. Die Freundinnen haben entschieden: Wir zeigen uns, so wie wir sind und kĂ€mpfen gegen Gender-Klischees, die weiblichen Autismus fast unsichtbar machen. Mehr Informationen gibt es beim Bundesverband zur Förderung von Menschen mit Autismus. | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | German | |||||
| 144 | Autistische Wahrnehmung | Gepodcastet wird allein, zu zweit und zu dritt. Dies von autistischen Personen. Oft informativ, manchmal zieht es sich etwas und zwischendurch wird Paul zur Paula – ein vielfĂ€ltiges Programm | Link | Podcasts/audio recordings | German | |||||
| 145 | toren.wolf | A profile of AuDHD teenager with his mother, who is also a late diagnoses autistic person. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Social media | English | |||
| 146 | sensorystoriesbynicole | An adult who grew up with undiagnosed autism and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), and a parent of three children who have unique sensory needs, it has become her passion to spread awareness and education about SPD, autism, and neurodivergence in general. | Link | Education and learning strategies | Individual story | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Social media | English | ||
| 147 | autistic_callum_ | Autistic and ADHD Self-Advocate, Creator and Writer, Proudly LGBTQ+ | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Advocacy and rights | Social media | English | ||
| 148 | autism_sketeches | 23 years old autistic person sketching information about autism and her life | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Advocacy and rights | Social media | English | ||
| 149 | weareunmasked | the community for busy-brains!; founded by @elliemidds; find neurodivergent friends, resources & products | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Social media | English | |||
| 150 | autie.niki | Neurodivergente Erwachsene mit Spezialinteresse NeurodiversitÀt; Gelebte Erfahrung aus dem Leben als autistische Person mit ADHS und SynÀsthesie | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Social media | German | |||
| 151 | kaelynnvp | Kaelynn Partlow | Autistic Advocate; Autistic Therapist & Advocate; Netflixâs Love On The Spectrum; Speaking Opportunities | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Social media | English | |||
| 152 | neurodivergent_lou | autistic; Finding a place as an autistic in a neurotypical world | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Social media | English | |||
| 153 | katievidler_education | Autistic teacher supporting autistic & hyperlexic students to build confidence and self expression in academics and beyond | Link | Education and learning strategies | Advocacy and rights | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Social media | English | ||
| 154 | autistic_pb | Autistic. 1st year psychology. Autism & mental health advocate. CDC FLARE member. NAS Young Ambassador. 19. Toon fan. Swiftie. LU đčThey/them đłïžâđ | Link | Individual story | Advocacy and rights | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Social media | English | ||
| 155 | autism_happy_place | full-time autistic artist, scetches and writes about autism relevant topics, everything is hand-drawn & written by me; | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Social media | English | |||
| 156 | neledivergent | Nele, (Sie/Ihr) Autistin mit ADHS – Aktivistin fĂŒr Inklusion | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Social media | German | |||
| 157 | authentically.emb | Early Diagnosed ADHD & Late Diagnosed Autism Acceptance âą Inclusion âą Representation âŁâŁâŁ | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Social media | English | |||
| 158 | autisticthrifter | Adult autism support group facilitator;Host of @autisticafterhours | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Individual story | Social media | English | ||
| 159 | Autistic After Hours | A podcast illuminating the voices of autistic adults because we exist | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Advocacy and rights | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Social media | English | ||
| 160 | Aspergirls | The book was written for girls and women with Asperger syndrome. It deals with a variety of issues that females on the spectrum face, such as the variety of relationships, employment, and depression. The more than thirty-five women with Aspergers interviewed for the book ranged in age from their 20s to their 50s. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Mental health and well-being | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 161 | Fractais – Caminhos TĂpicos por pessoas atĂpicas | Quatro pessoas inquietas, plurais e neurodivergentes, o podcast Fractais propĂ”e-se a discutir os temas e caminhos das nossas vidas a partir desses nossos lugares: o autismo, o TDAH, as altas habilidades. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Mental health and well-being | Individual story | Podcasts/audio recordings | PortuguĂȘs | ||
| 162 | 9 Signs You’re Actually NOT Autistic… | She is a second-year psychology student and a late-diagnosed actually autistic individual. What is autism and what is not? The video tries to create a differentiation, explain the diagnosis and at the same time compare it with topics such as introvertism. What are differences and how difficult is it to differentiate? | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Videos | English | ||
| 163 | 6 Obscure Signs you’re Actually Autistic | Which criteria for autism are not present in the DSM-V, but can be found in many autistic people? Mentioned include Meltdown, Shutdowon, autistic burnout, etc. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Videos | English | |||
| 164 | An artificial intelligence approach for selecting effective teacher communication strategies in autism education | Effective inclusive education is key in promoting the long-term outcomes of children with autism spectrum conditions (ASC). However, no concrete consensus exists to guide teacher-student interactions in the classroom. In this work, we explore the potential of artificial intelligence as an approach in autism education to assist teachers in effective practice in developing social and educational outcomes for children with ASC. We form a protocol to systematically capture such interactions, and conduct a statistical analysis to uncover basic patterns in the collected observations, including the longer-term effect of specific teacher communication strategies on student response. In addition, we deploy machine learning techniques to predict student response given the form of communication used by teachers under specific classroom conditions and in relation to specified student attributes. Our analysis, drawn on a sample of 5460 coded interactions between teachers and seven students, sheds light on the varying effectiveness of different communication strategies and demonstrates the potential of this approach in making a contribution to autism education. | Link | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Education and learning strategies | Articles/blogs | English | |||
| 165 | goblin.tools | goblin.tools is a collection of small, simple, single-task tools, mostly designed to help neurodivergent people with tasks they find overwhelming or difficult. Most tools will use AI technologies in the back-end to achieve their goals. Currently this includes OpenAI’s models. As the tools and backend improve, the intent is to include ethical alternatives. The AI models used are general purpose models, and so the accuracy of their output can vary. Nothing returned by any of the tools should be taken as a statement of truth, only guesswork. Please use your own knowledge and experience to judge whether the result you get is valid. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Communication and social skills development | Apps | English | ||
| 166 | independo | Independo entwickelt Web-Tools fĂŒr Menschen mit Lern-Schwierigkeiten.Mehr Inklusion mit den piktogramm-basierten Web-Tools fĂŒr alle Kinder und Jugendlichen, die in Bildern lesen. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | English | |||
| 167 | hiki | Hikiâââmeaning âableâ in Hawaiianâââis a friendship and dating mobile app for the Autistic, ADHD, and all Neurodivergent community. It is a space where neurodiversity is embraced and being atypical is celebrated. Every part of Hiki, from ideation to design to launch, has been built with ND adults to make sure that it is representative of Neurodivergent needs. | Link | Communication and social skills development | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | English | |||
| 168 | Tiimo | Discover a space for inclusive learning, from planning to focus sessions, group coaching, and community. For those of us with ADHD, Autism, dyslexia, and anyone who learns differently. | Link | Education and learning strategies | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | English | |||
| 169 | MetaTalk | MetaTalk ist eine iPadÂź App zur Kommunikation mit METACOM Symbolen. Die App bietet einen gebrauchsfertigen, leicht anpassbaren Wortschatz mit umfangreichen, flexiblen grammatikalischen Funktionen und ist zugleich sehr einfach und intuitiv zu handhaben. Enthalten sind vier unterschiedlich komplexe, deutschsprachige Vokabulare zur Nutzung ĂŒber die gesamte Lebensspanne hinweg: MetaTalkDE 6×11, MetaTalkDE 5×9, MetaTalkDE 4×7 und MetaTalkDE 3×5. Die MetaTalkDE Vokabulare basieren auf einem Kommunikationssystem, das ich ursprĂŒnglich fĂŒr meine Tochter gestaltet und ĂŒber Jahre weiterentwickelt habe. In Zusammenarbeit mit UK-SpezialistInnen sowie der Cidar Software & Consulting GmbH entstand daraus die iPad App. Anbieter der App ist die Cidar Software & Consulting GmbH, zu erwerben ist die App ĂŒber den > App Store, hier finden Sie auch weitere Informationen. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Communication and social skills development | Apps | German | |||
| 170 | TimeTimer | Improve time management skills, executive function, and focus by utilizing this award-winning app from the makers of the ORIGINAL visual timer. At the heart of Time TimerÂź is a commitment to enhancing the learning environment, providing teachers and students with a powerful tool for effective time management â whether in the classroom or at home. | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | English | |||
| 171 | HalloFoni | Individuelle Lern-Apps fĂŒr Kinder mit Autismus. Ein schönes Projekt von Kristin Behrmann | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | German | |||
| 172 | mivao | Die digitale Lösung zur Strukturierung und UnterstĂŒtzung im Alltag. Explizit entwickelt fĂŒr und mit Menschen mit einem hohen Bedarf an Strukturierung (u.a. Autist:innen, Menschen mit AD(H)S und Menschen mit kognitiven BeeintrĂ€chtigungen). | Link | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | German | |||
| 173 | Sclera | Sclera provides high-contrast symbols that are free to be used, subject to the creative commons license. Sclera is powered solely by volunteers. | Link | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Communication and social skills development | Apps | English | |||
| 174 | MijnEigenPlan | “MijnEigenPlan erhöht das Selbstvertrauen des Kunden, indem es die EigenstĂ€ndigkeit und Leitung anregt. Indem man Kunden bei EigenstĂ€ndigkeit hilft, erhöht man nicht nur die LebensqualitĂ€t des Kunden, sondern auch die Arbeitsbelastung fĂŒr den Vorgesetzten. MijnEigenPlan arbeitet mit einem Portal, digitalen Informationstafeln und einer praktischen App. | Link | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | German | |||
| 175 | Why everything you know about autism is wrong | Being diagnosed with autism is often seen as a tragedy. But for Jac den Houting, it was the best thing that’s ever happened to them. As an autistic person, concepts like the Neurodiversity paradigm, the Social Model of Disability, and the Double Empathy Problem were life-changing for Jac. In this talk, Jac combines these ideas with their own personal story to explain why we need to rethink the way that we understand autism. Jac den Houting is a research psychologist and Autistic activist in pursuit of social justice. Jac currently holds the role of Postdoctoral Research Associate at Macquarie University in Sydney, working alongside Professor Liz Pellicano. In 2015, Jac was awarded an Autism CRC scholarship to complete their PhD through the Autism Centre of Excellence at Griffith University in Brisbane. Prior to this, they gained almost 10 yearsâ experience as a psychologist in the criminal justice system, with the Queensland Police Service and Queensland Corrective Services. Jac was identified as Autistic at the age of 25, and is proudly neurodivergent and queer. After participating in the inaugural Future Leaders Program at the 2013 Asia Pacific Autism Conference, Jac quickly became established as a strong advocate for the Autistic community. Jac is a current member of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network of Australia and New Zealand (ASAN-AuNZ)âs Executive Committee, the Autism CRCâs Data Access Committee, Aspectâs LGBTQIA+ Autism Advisory Committee, and the Aspect Advisory Council. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | Videos | English | |||
| 176 | Embracing Monotropism and Supporting Young People to Prevent Autistic Burnout | Monotropism is a neurodiversity-affirming theory that provides a deeper understanding of inner autistic experiences. Embracing monotropism can lead to exciting new possibilities; it allows the potential for deep knowledge, new skills, and the engagement of flow states, which supports sensory regulation and good mental health for monotropic people. This book will provide a brief overview of the theory of monotropism, how it impacts people and ideas to provide support at home and other settings such as school to help prevent burnout. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Books/e-books | English | ||
| 177 | Monotropism | Monotropism is powerful as a theory of autism: a way of thinking about it not as a set of deficits, but as a different, more focused strategy for using attention. Perhaps, though, it is really its practical applications that demand the most attention â at school, at play, at work and in mental health. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Websites | English | ||
| 178 | Autistic & Unapologetice | Autistic & Unapologetic is an autism awareness site founded by one lad on a journey to find out what makes him (autis)tic. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Individual story | News | Websites | English | ||
| 179 | Monotropism Questionnaire | An online version of the Monotropism Questionnaire from Open Science Framework. | Link | Autism diagnosis and assessment | Websites | English | ||||
| 180 | Cboard | Cboard ist eine Open-Source-App fĂŒr Kinder und Erwachsene mit Sprech- und Sprachbehinderungen, die die Kommunikation mit Symbolen und Text-to-Speech unterstĂŒtzt. | Link | Communication and social skills development | Self-help for individuals on the autism spectrum | Apps | German | |||
| 181 | Alibaba AI Tool | The digital tool can generate a digital picture book with audio narration with one click Alibaba Cloud finetuned its Qwen LLMs to fit the learning style of autistic children | Link | Communication and social skills development | Family support and resources | Apps | English | |||
| 182 | Guia PrĂĄtico: Os Direitos das Pessoas com DeficiĂȘncia em Portugal | Guia informativo disponibiliza informação Ăștil, clara e acessĂvel sobre direitos, benefĂcios e respostas de apoio para pessoas com deficiĂȘncia ou incapacidade, nos diferentes domĂnios de vida. | Link | Advocacy and rights | Family support and resources | Books/e-books | PortuguĂȘs | |||
| 183 | NĂŁo fiquem de luto por nĂłs | Os pais podem lamentar o fim da sua fantasia de um filho “normal”, mas devem aceitar e valorizar os seus filhos autistas por quem eles sĂŁo. | Link | Family support and resources | Articles/blogs | PortuguĂȘs | ||||
| 184 | Guia do Investigador na ĂĄrea do autismo | Este Guia pretende auxiliar quem trabalha em investigação a desenvolver acomodaçÔes para pessoas autistas e a incluir a comunidade na sua investigação. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Books/e-books | PortuguĂȘs | ||||
| 185 | AutisticUni: InclusĂŁo de estudantes autistas no ensino superior | O guia visa empoderar estudantes neurodivergentes, dando voz Ă s suas dificuldades e sugestĂ”es para uma educação inclusiva em Portugal. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Support strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum | Education and learning strategies | Books/e-books | PortuguĂȘs | ||
| 186 | SaĂșde Mental de Pessoas Autistas em Portugal | Este eBook aborda as experiĂȘncias de pessoas autistas em Portugal que procuram serviços de saĂșde mental. | Link | Understanding autism spectrum disorders | Mental health and well-being | Books/e-books | PortuguĂȘs |