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Books, research articles, podcasts, blogs, and much more from Neurodiversity Affirming experts and thought leaders.
Neurodivergent Resources
Books
- Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity – by Devon Price
- I Think I Might Be Autistic: A Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis and Self-Discovery for Adults – by Cynthia Kim
- AuDHD Blooming Differently – by Leanne Maskell
- Wired to Feel: Autism as a Condition of Sensory Surplus – by Sarah Bergenfield and Martha Sweezy
- What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic: Unpuzzling a Life on the Autism Spectrum – by Annie Kotowicz
- But You Don’t Look Autistic at All (Bianca Toeps’ books) – by Bianca Toeps
- Neuroqueer Heresies: Notes on the Neurodiversity Paradigm, Autistic Empowerment, and Postnormal Possibilities – by Nick Walker
- The Power of Neurodiversity: Unleashing the Advantages of Your Differently Wired Brain (published in hardcover as Neurodiversity) – by Thomas Armstrong
Podcasts
- Divergent Conversations: A Neurodivergent Podcast with Dr. Megan Anna Neff and Patrick Casale
- The Neurodivergent Woman with Monique Mitchelson and Dr. Michelle Livock
- Uniquely Human: The Podcast with Uniquely Human
- Two Sides of the Spectrum Podcast with Meg Ferrell
- The Autism ADHD Podcast with Holly Blanc Moses
- The Neurodiversity Podcast with Emily Kircher-Morris
- The Other Autism (podcast about late-diagnosed autism) with Kristen Hovet
Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy
Books
- Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy, What Every Mental Health Provider Needs to Know – by Dr. Amy Marschall
- The Adult Autism Assessment Handbook: A Neurodiversity Affirmative Approach – by Davida Hartman, Tara O’Donnell-Killen, Jessica K Doyle, Dr. Maeve Kavanagh, Dr. Anna Day, and Dr Juliana Azevedo
- Neurodivergent Somatics in Therapy: An Anti-Oppressive Model for Whole Person Care – by Nyck Walsh
- A Clinician’s Guide to Supporting Autistic Clients: Over 100 Treatment Recommendations and Interventions for Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice – by Dr. Amy Marschall
- A Therapist’s Guide to Neurodiversity Affirming Practice with Children and Young People – by Raelene Dundon
- The Autistic Survival Guide to Therapy – by Steph Jones
- A Clinician’s Guide to NeurodivergenceSupporting a Neuro-Affirmative Form of Practice – Edited bySarah Ashworth-Watts, Natalie Brotherton and Hannah Carton
Self-Help Workbooks
Neurodivergent Workbooks
- Self-Care For Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-Stress, and Unmask! – by Megan Anna Neff
- Dr Megan Anna Neff has excellent workbooks on a variety of topics, including burnout recovery, executive functioning, RSD, sensory processing, and neurodivergent self-understanding.
- Looking After Your Autistic Self: A Personalised Self-Care Approach to Managing Your Sensory and Emotional Well-Being – by Niamh Garvey
- How to Handle Neurotypicals: A Field Survival Guide for the Neurodivergent – by Abel Abelson
- I Am Autistic: A Workbook: Sensory Tools, Practical Advice, and Interactive Journaling for Understanding Life with Autism (By Someone Diagnosed With it) – by Chanelle Moriah
- Integrated Trauma Healing Workbook for Neurodivergent Minds: 120+ Somatic Exercises, IFS Parts Work, and Polyvagal Nervous System Regulation for Autistic and ADHD Adults – Schmidt Annette Mattisson
- Neurodivergent Friendly DBT Workbook: Coping Skills for Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Panic, Stress. Embrace Emotional Wellbeing to Thrive with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia and Other Brain Differences – by Instant Relief
- Managing ADHD Workbook for Women: Exercises and Strategies to Improve Focus, Motivation, and Confidence – by Christy Duan, MD
Self-Compassion Workbooks
- The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness and Compassion Skills to Overcome Self-Criticism and Embrace Who You Are – by Karen Bluth
- The Essential Self Compassion Workbook for Teens: Overcome Your Inner Critic and Fully Embrace Yourself (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Teens) – by Katie Krimer, MA, LCSW
- The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook: A Proven Way to Accept Yourself, Build Inner Strength, and Thrive – by Christopher Germer & Kristin Neff
Late-Life Diagnosed or Self-Identified
Books
- An Adult with an Autism Diagnosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed – by Gillan Drew
- Adult Autism Support Guide: Simple & Effective Strategies to Create a Supportive Environment, Recognize & Understand Symptoms, and Help Autistic Individuals Be Heard. – by Maxine Kelley
- Knowing Why: Adult-Diagnosed Autistic People on Life and Autism – by Autistic Self Advocacy Network
- Very Late Diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder): How Seeking a Diagnosis in Adulthood Can Change Your Life – by Philip Wiley
Podcasts
- ADHD AF with Laura Mears-Reynolds
- Meet My Autistic Brain with The Autistic Woman
Trauma
Books
- Trauma, Stigma, and Autism: Developing Resilience and Loosening the Grip of Shame – by Gordhan Gates
- When the world hurts too much: Identifying and managing neurodivergent stress, anxiety, and trauma – Ash Banks
- “What Did I Do Wrong?” : An Accessible Guide to Preventing Traumatic Misunderstandings Between You and Your Autistic Loved One – by Jaime Heidel
Autistic Women
Books
- U Don’t Seem Autistic: Hidden in Plain Sight: How I Unmasked & You Can Too – by Kathleen Schubert
- Women and Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Understanding Life Experiences from Early Childhood to Old Age – by Sarah Hendrickx
- Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism edited – by Barb Cook & Dr. Michelle Garnett
Podcast
- The Neurodivergent, Woman Podcast
LGBTQIA+
Books
- Supporting Transgender Autistic Youth and Adults: A Guide for Professionals and Families – by Finn V. Gratton
- Queerly Autistic: The Ultimate Guide For LGBTQIA+ Teens On The Spectrum – by Erin Ekins
- The Autistic Trans Guide to Life – by Yenn Purkis and Dr. Wenn Lawson
Masking
Books
- Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity – by Devon Price
- Taking Off the Mask: Practical Exercises to Help Understand and Minimise the Effects of Autistic Camouflaging – by Hannah Louise Belcher
- U Don’t Seem Autistic: Hidden in Plain Sight: How I Unmasked & You Can Too – by Kathleen Schubert
Self-Compassion
Books
- Self-Compassion – by Kristin Neff, PhD
- The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness and Compassion Skills to Overcome Self-Criticism and Embrace Who You Are – by Karen Bluth
- The Essential Self Compassion Workbook for Teens: Overcome Your Inner Critic and Fully Embrace Yourself (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Teens) – by Katie Krimer, MA, LCSW
- The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook: A Proven Way to Accept Yourself, Build Inner Strength, and Thrive – by Christopher Germer & Kristin Neff
IFS
Books
- Transcending Trauma: Healing Complex PTSD with Internal Family Systems – by Frank Anderson
- Internal Family Systems Therapy Second Edition – by Richard Schwartz and Martha Sweezy
- Internal Family Systems Skills Training Manual: Trauma-Informed Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, & Substance Abuse – by Frank Anderson, Martha Sweezy, and Richard Schwartz
- Be the One to Heal Yourself: A Workbook For People Who Want Results Now – by Beth Rogerson, PhD
- Creating Healing Circles: Using the Internal Family Systems Model in Facilitating Groups – by Chris Burris, LMFT
- Trauma and Dissociation Informed Internal Family Systems: How to Successfully Treat C-PTSD, and Dissociative Disorders – by Joanne Twombly
- Internal Family Systems Therapy for Shame and Guilt – by Martha Sweezy, Ph.D.
- We All Have Parts: An Illustrated Guide to Healing Trauma with Internal Family Systems – by Colleen West
- Internal Family Systems Couple Therapy Skills Manual: Healing Relationships with Intimacy From the Inside Out – by Toni Herbine-Blank, MSN, RN; Martha Sweezy, Ph.D.
- Internal Family Systems Therapy with Children – by Lisa Spiegel
- Somatic Internal Family Systems Therapy: Awareness, Breath, Resonance, Movement and Touch in Practice – by Susan McConnell
Research Articles
Neuro-Affirming Practices
- Bottema-Beutel, K., Kapp, S. K., Lester, J. N., Sasson, N. J., & Hand, B. N. (2021). Avoiding Ableist Language: Suggestions for Autism Researchers. Autism in Adulthood, 3(1), 18-29. https://doi.org/10.1089/aut.2020.0014
- Dwyer, P. (2022). The neurodiversity approach (es): What are they and what do they mean for researchers? Human Development, 66(2), 73-92. https://doi.org/10.1159/000523723
- Gaddy, C., & Crow, H. (2023). A Primer on Neurodiversity-Affirming Speech and Language Services for Autistic Individuals. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 8(6), 1220-1237. https://doi.org/10.1044/2023_PERSP-23-00106
- McCormack, L., Wong, S. W., & Campbell, L. E. (2023). ‘If I don’t Do It, I’m Out of Rhythm and I Can’t Focus As Well’: Positive and Negative Adult Interpretations of Therapies Aimed at ‘Fixing’ Their Restricted and Repetitive Behaviours in Childhood. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 53(9), 3435-3448. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-022-05644-6
- Najeeb, P., & Quadt, L. (2024). Autistic well-being: A scoping review of scientific studies from a neurodiversity-affirmative perspective. Neurodiversity, 2, 27546330241233088. https://doi.org/10.1177/27546330241233088
- Robertson, S. M. (2010). Neurodiversity, quality of life, and autistic adults: Shifting research and professional focuses onto real-life challenges. Disability Studies Quarterly, 30(1). https://ojs.library.osu.edu/index.php/dsq/article/view/1069
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