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Neurotribes
The Legacy Of Autism And The Future Of Neurodiversity
Book • 2015
NeuroTribes delves into the history of autism, from its early descriptions by Hans Asperger and Leo Kanner to the modern concept of neurodiversity.
The book examines the lives of historical figures who may have had autistic traits, the impact of autism diagnoses on families, and the shift in understanding autism from a rare disability to a spectrum of cognitive differences.
Silberman argues that neurological variations such as autism, dyslexia, and ADHD are natural and have contributed significantly to human culture and technology.
The book also highlights the importance of acceptance, understanding, and full participation in society for people with autistic traits.
The book examines the lives of historical figures who may have had autistic traits, the impact of autism diagnoses on families, and the shift in understanding autism from a rare disability to a spectrum of cognitive differences.
Silberman argues that neurological variations such as autism, dyslexia, and ADHD are natural and have contributed significantly to human culture and technology.
The book also highlights the importance of acceptance, understanding, and full participation in society for people with autistic traits.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
Recommended by Brigham as an informative and eye-opening book about autism.
Piece Unique - Breathing New Life into Vintage Parts aka "Restomodding"
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Ethan Lisi to support his view that autism is a natural human variation, not a disease.
Ethan Lisi to support his view that autism is a natural human variation, not a disease.
What it's really like to have autism | Ethan Lisi
Mentioned by Mary Doherty , who found the chapter on the development of diagnostic manuals particularly interesting.
Autistic Doctors International, with Dr. Mary Doherty.
