What Works for Autistic Adults

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What Works for Autistic Adults by Luke Beardon explores practical strategies and solutions for adults on the autism spectrum, highlighting real-life experiences and expert advice. The book addresses key aspects of daily life, such as employment, relationships, and self-care, with an emphasis on enhancing quality of life and achieving personal goals. It is an enlightening guide for both autistic individuals and those who support them, aimed at fostering a better understanding and offering effective tools for navigating life's challenges.
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You might enjoy this insightful and supportive guide if you're interested in understanding the diverse experiences of autistic adults. It offers practical strategies and compassionate advice aimed at improving the quality of life and promoting well-being for those on the autism spectrum. Perfect for anyone seeking to learn more about autism or support someone they care about.

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What Works for Autistic Adults

Imagine a world where an autistic adult doesn't just survive, but thrives...

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This book has the power to change lives - Chris Packham

Imagine a world where an autistic person is included, engaged, and cherished for how they are; a world which changes for autistic people, rather than changing the person.

What Works for Autistic Adults brings the conversation about inclusivity into the forefront and turns it on its head. Instead of modifying the autistic individual and making exceptions or special circumstances, Luke shows how the world can, should, and must change to accommodate your needs or those of the autistic person you love, live, or work with.

He identifies the aspects that impact life most - partners, friends, work or college, and environment - and outlines the steps that can and should be taken by everyone involved to create an autism-friendly landscape and improve outcomes all round. Covering every setting, from social situations to office or other professional environments, and in all circumstances, Luke's book shows how no-one should have to struggle to exist within the parameters of a world they don't understand. What Works for Autistic Adults will give you the dialogue, tools, and starting points to involve every loved one, family member, or colleague as advocates for a world where you, or any other autistic adult, can truly flourish.

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What Works for Autistic Adults by Luke Beardon is praised for its accessible approach to enhancing the lives of autistic adults. The book is seen as a transformative tool that can inspire positive change, offering a unique perspective that values and elevates the experiences of autistic individuals.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399804639

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 December 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sheldon Press

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 166g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Dr Luke Beardon is Senior Lecturer in Autism at Sheffield Hallam University. He has published widely on autism and is renowned and respected for his uniquely inclusive, celebratory approach to helping autistic people thrive in a neurotypical world. He works with government authorities to develop services and model best practice, in addition to being part of a research team, and has spoken at many national and international conferences on a variety of autism-related topics. He has won several awards for his work, including the National Autistic Society's Autism Professionals Award for achievement in 2016, and has won the Autism Hero Awards in two categories, including for Lifetime Achievement.

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