Popular Autism Related Books

This book is a comprehensive exploration of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), authored by R.A. Carlson, who shares his personal journey with Level 1 autism. Carlson delves into the multifaceted nature of autism, discussing the challenges and triumphs that come with the condition. The book provides insights into the diagnostic process, educational strategies tailored for individuals with autism, and the critical role of advocacy in enhancing the lives of those affected by ASD. It emphasizes the importance of personalized support, inclusive education, and the need for a deeper understanding of autism's impact on mental health and sexuality. Carlson's narrative underscores the diversity within the autism spectrum and advocates for a society that embraces neurodiversity, offers comprehensive support systems, and fosters acceptance and understanding of autism.

⯑ Are you a neurodivergent or neuro-curious woman, fed up with doing life in hard mode? The good news is—you don’t have to anymore! ⯑

⯑ If you’ve had enough of trying to meet everyone else’s expectations, feeling constantly overwhelmed, and beating yourself up for not measuring up, then ""Permission To Be Different: Create a Happy, Successful Life Without The Struggle"" is your escape plan.

Crafted by Nikki Butler—a late-diagnosed autistic ADHD’er, ex-corporate high-flyer turned award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and business consultant—this book is a shout-out to everyone who’s felt out of place. Whether at school, work, or social circles, if you’ve spent your life camouflaging your true self, you know all too well the toll it takes.

Would you believe I was in my mid-50s before I finally figured out what my real problem was? Like many females on the autism spectrum, we are often mis-diagnosed early in life with other neurodivergent conditions, such as ADHD or bipolar disorder. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in my 20s but it wasn't until I was 53 that I was finally diagnosed with Level 1 Autism, formerly known as Asperger's Syndrome.

This is the story of my life from the perspective of a little preschool girl who nobody knew how to handle, to a school-age girl who was the smartest, and most talkative, and most disruptive kid in the class, to a blooming teenage singer and writer, to the mental illness of adulthood, and through to my autism diagnosis in middle age.

"Individuals with Asperger's syndrome often possess a range of unique
strengths that can be harnessed effectively in various contexts, particularly
when it comes to goal-setting. These strengths can serve as a solid
foundation for personal development and achievement. Understanding and
recognizing these attributes is essential for parents, caregivers, and teachers
who aim to support individuals with Asperger’s in reaching their full potential.
One of the most notable strengths often found in individuals with Asperger's
is their ability to focus intensely on topics of interest. This hyper-focus can
lead to exceptional skill development and knowledge in specific areas.
Whether it’s a passion for computers, art, or a particular scientific field, this
intense concentration allows individuals to delve deeply into their interests,
often resulting in remarkable expertise.

Take a deep dive into autistic burnout—a phenomenon that affects many autistics and carries with it severe risks of suicidal ideation, depression, and anxiety. ‘The Ultimate Guide to Autistic Burnout’ summarizes and explains the most current research on the topic and provides you with the tools to identify and recover from autistic burnout safely.

The book is written by adult autistics and is based on research clinical experience and the lived experience of autistic people Researched and written by Dr. Natalie Engelbrecht ND RP (an authority in adult autism), neuroscientist Dr. Debra Bercovici PhD, Eva Silvertant, and Kendall Jones; and brought to life by award-winning graphic designer and illustrator Eva Silvertant BDes—making it a valuable resource for clinicians and the autistic community alike.

The Secret Life of Rose covers a range of topics that are central to the autistic experience. While Rose writes peer-to-peer, her mum Jodie adds the perspective of an adult who is also a professional in the field. The end result is a book that opens up the autistic experience in a way that is both fresh and accessible.
This is an updated and expanded edition based on a successfully self-published version, offering new content on burnout, shutdown and monotropism.

A Sprinkle of Autism is a groundbreaking series of the author's lived and personal poems that boldly delves into the depths of the autistic experience, offering readers an intimate perspective on the condition. With fearless sincerity and raw emotion, this collection aims to shatter age-old stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding autism, while simultaneously fostering a deeper understanding and empathy for those on the spectrum. Prepare to embark on a transformative journey through the pages of this book, where poetry becomes a powerful catalyst for change, awareness, understanding, and acceptance.

What’s normality? Books written by autistic authors don't come around often, I wanted to take this chance to write about the myths of being normal. Ever since I was born, I’ve always been, well, ‘different’. It''s safe to say I don't really master the art of being normal. Are we coming to the end of being normal? Is it normal to have children, own a house, go to work, be lonely, learn to drive or have a mental health illness? Drawing upon my life and the rules of society, I've broken down what's accepted in society and what's not. I've written this book a bit like a mental health self help book. Start thinking about your life, how are you 'different' to everyone else? When you read this book you'll soon realise you're just as amazing as everyone else. This book not only acts as mental health self help, it acts as a motivation book. When you compare my life to yours, we're very different, after all nobody is normal...

Timothy Blossom is an autistic thirteen-year-old with a passion for astronomy. His parents, Bert and Barbara, and best friend, Schrodinger the goldfish, do their best to guide Timothy through his challenges with social interaction and interpreting verbal cues.

But when Timothy's beloved AstroWorld, The Store With a Universe of Galactic Gifts, shuts down, his world is turned upside down. How will he cope with the earth-shattering news?

Find out in Timothy Blossom - The Champ! A wonderful, heart-warming tale to inspire and inform autistic children, their parents, and carers.

Dive into the heartfelt world of an autistic mind through this collection of insightful poems. ""What I Wish You Knew"" offers a unique perspective on the everyday experiences, challenges, and strengths of neurodiverse children. Perfect for reading together, these poems foster understanding, empathy, and open conversations between parents and their children.

Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this book provides a gentle reminder of the beauty and depth of neurodiversity. Join us on this journey of discovery and connection, and learn to celebrate the unique ways each child sees the world.

This is a children's book about Dan, an autistic child who is learning about the world. It is written by Daniele Forni, who was diagnosed later in life with autism (ASD1) and ADHD and has drawn from his personal experience to tell the stories in the book. The book is for relatives, guardians, and children alike who want to understand more about autism.

The advice included in the book has been reviewed by trained psychologists, but it should not replace medical advice.

In this volume, the author presents his story as a person diagnosed with autism at the age of fifty, noting the lack of representation and resources for people like himself: those identified as autistic later in life who have lived without adequate support, often for decades. He begins with a brief autobiography, then explores a host of topics related to autism. However, the book is not only for older, recently-diagnosed autistics, but for all whose lives have been touched by autism, and those who wish to know more about adult autism.

It was long thought that social communication difficulties experienced by autistic people were due to cognitive and social ‘deficits.’ This book offers a neurodiversity-affirming alternative to this problematic approach by presenting a novel perspective on cross-neurotype communication, for example between autistic and non-autistic people.

Autistic people often experience difficulties with social communication. This can impact all areas of life and can contribute to poorer mental health outcomes, reduced opportunities for fulfilling social interactions and barriers to health and social care, education and employment. Understanding Others in a Neurodiverse World offers a new way to conceptualise and understand why cross-neurotype misattunements in communication may happen by taking the double empathy problem – the reframing of social communication difficulties as a two-way problem, not simply the result of an autistic ‘deficit’ – and a cognitive linguistics theory, ‘relevance theory’,

Originally published as ""Life as a Late-Identified Autistic,"" this new edition includes 125 new illustrations by Jackie Schuld that accompany her original essays about autism.

When Schuld’s therapist suggested she might be autistic, she scoffed. She knew there was no way she could be autistic. She was in her mid-30s and ran her own therapy private practice. Everything she learned about autism in her Master’s program in mental health counseling didn’t apply to her. She could make excellent eye contact. She could engage in deep conversations. She could attend social gatherings. She could make it through abrupt changes and remain flexible...

"The Awakening of Sylvia" follows the journey of Sylvia Dawson, a woman in her mid-30s who is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Struggling with social interactions and sensory overload, Sylvia's late diagnosis helps her understand and accept her unique way of experiencing the world.

With support from her friend Emma, Sylvia reinterprets her past and embraces her true identity, shedding the masks she had worn to fit in. Her journey extends to advocacy for autism awareness, where she shares her story through a blog, speaking engagements, and the book ""Embracing the Spectrum: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance.

A Reflective Question to Ponder: 1200+ Questions on Autism to Foster Dialogue by Dr. Scott R. Frasard is a transformative exploration of autism through the power of inquiry. This book invites readers to engage with over 1,200 thought-provoking questions designed to challenge assumptions, spark conversations, and deepen understanding of autism and neurodiversity. Drawing from his personal journey of late identification as an autistic individual, Dr. Frasard offers a unique perspective that combines introspection with advocacy. Whether you are part of the autistic community, a supporter, or simply curious, this book provides a space for meaningful dialogue and reflection, fostering a more inclusive and empathetic world. Dive into this compelling collection and join the movement to see autism through a lens of acceptance and celebration.

Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is hitting closer to home for many families worldwide, as the number of children being diagnosed is ever-increasing. More recently we've heard the term "neurodiversity," which recognizes the differences in how our brains work, describing our wonderful son. This book offers a glimpse into the world of Jackson as seen through his neurodiverse eyes, and how he handles his challenges on a daily basis. Covering issues from eating and sleeping to fun times and things that he loves, his journey has its ups and downs. Dedicated to both ASD individuals and parents alike, the goal of this book is to make everyone feel connected in our loving community. Although everyone's story and journey are different, we as Jackson's family and community understand what you're going through. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being a part of Jackson's journey.

Navigating life as a young autistic person with ADHD isn't always easy. Luckily, Sarah Boon is here to share her own experiences, helping you to explore how autism and ADHD overlap and identify the strategies that will make day-to-day life easier.

With chapters focused on adulting, relationships and communication, emotional wellbeing, and mental health, navigating the workplace and more, this book offers practical, tried-and-tested guidance to help you understand your autism and ADHD and overcome some of the hurdles that adulthood may throw your way.

Creative, engaging and personal, this book walks you step-by-step through the process of understanding and accepting a new autistic identity. Weaving together the personal lived experience and professional knowledge of neurodivergent author and creative career coach, Andrea Anderson, This is Who I Am provides you with the information, tools, and support to navigate your autistic discovery and reach a place of positivity and confidence.

With a focus on shared stories, belonging and finding community the activities and reflections in this book are perfect for anyone who is validating their autistic self-identification, considering getting a diagnosis, in the process of being diagnosed or who has been diagnosed recently.

A playful guide to understanding the ways of ‘normal’, The Autist’s Guide to the Galaxy flips our usual scripts about neurodiversity.

Following on from her internationally successful memoir, The Autists, Clara Törnvall has written a fun, comprehensive, and accessible explanation of neurotypical, or ‘normal’, behaviour. Full of facts, tips, and tests, and developed with input from other autists, this book places the difficulties autists face in the context of a world built for the neurotypical majority. It will help neurodiverse people — and their families, friends, and loved ones — navigate this world, nurture stronger relationships, and thrive