Unmasking autism : discovering the new faces of neurodiversity
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Published
New York : Harmony Books, [2022].
Edition
First edition.
Physical Description
296 pages ; 24 cm.
Status
Gillette College Library - Main Collection
616.85 P945UN 2022
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616.85 P945UN 2022
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Published
New York : Harmony Books, [2022].
Format
Book
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 265-289) and index.
Summary
"For every visibly Autistic person you meet, there are countless "masked" 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 aren't seen as needy or "odd." 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, including: Celebrating special interests ; Cultivating Autistic relationships ; Reframing Autistic stereotypes ; And rediscovering your values.It's time to honor the needs, diversity, and unique strengths of Autistic people so that they no longer have to mask--and it's 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." -- Amazon.com
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Price, D. (2022). Unmasking autism: discovering the new faces of neurodiversity (First edition.). Harmony Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Price, Devon. 2022. Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity. Harmony Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Price, Devon. Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity Harmony Books, 2022.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Price, Devon. Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity First edition., Harmony Books, 2022.
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