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Understand, appreciate, and empower our neurodiverse world
Around one-fifth of the world's population is estimated to have some form of neurodivergence--autism, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory disorders, and a range of others. Neurodiversity For Dummies demystifies this not-so-rare variation of the human experience, showing you how neurodiversity impacts society and the workplace. As a leader or parent of a neurodivergent person--or as a neurodistinct individual yourself--you'll gain the understanding, strategies, and tools you need to thrive and empower others in a neurodiverse world.
Inside...
All about ADHD, autism, and other conditions Thriving in school and at work Empowering neurodivergent students and colleagues Navigating daily life as a neurodivergent person How to create a more neuroinclusive world Neurodiversity resourcesUnderstand, appreciate, and empower our neurodiverse world
Around one-fifth of the world's population is estimated to have some form of neurodivergence--autism, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory disorders, and a range of others. Neurodiversity For Dummies demystifies this not-so-rare variation of the human experience, showing you how neurodiversity impacts society and the workplace. As a leader or parent of a neurodivergent person--or as a neurodistinct individual yourself--you'll gain the understanding, strategies, and tools you need to thrive and empower others in a neurodiverse world.
Inside...
All about ADHD, autism, and other conditions Thriving in school and at work Empowering neurodivergent students and colleagues Navigating daily life as a neurodivergent person How to create a more neuroinclusive world Neurodiversity resources
Über den Autor
John Marble is a workforce policy, innovation, and neurodiversity strategist. He is the founder of Pivot Neurodiversity. Khushboo Chabria is a neurodiversity specialist, career coach, and speaker on a mission to advocate for disability rights. Ranga Jayaraman is director of Neurodiversity Pathways and a leader in digital transformation.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction 1
About This Book 2
Foolish Assumptions 3
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: Understanding Neurodiversity 5
Chapter 1: What Is Neurodiversity? 7
The Normalcy of Neurodiversity 8
Understanding Neurodivergent Conditions 16
Exploring the Neurodiversity Movement 19
Chapter 2: Disability Is Not a Dirty Word 21
First Things First: Why We Fear Disability 21
What Disability Actually Means 22
Neurodivergence and Disability 25
The Disability Rights Movement 26
You're Not Alone: Building Community 27
Chapter 3: Someone You Know Is Neurodivergent 29
Neurodiversity Has Always Been Here 30
Neurodivergence Is Rather Common 31
The Role of Neurodiversity Today 33
Extraordinary People: Ordinary Traits 35
Chapter 4: Why Is Our World Not Yet Neuroinclusive? 37
The Myth of Normality 37
In education 38
In therapy 38
In the workplace 39
Why Things Are Designed to Look Like Us 39
Falling Into a Fixed Mindset 40
Acknowledging Barriers to Inclusion 41
Barriers society places in front of neurodivergent people 41
Additional barriers neurodivergent people must navigate 42
Part 2: Recognizing the Types of Neurodivergence 43
Chapter 5: Understanding Neurotypes 45
Introducing Neurotypes 45
Understanding How Neurotypes Differ 46
Uncovering Neurodivergent Strengths 48
Seeing How Doctors Label Neurotypes 49
Chapter 6: Understanding Autism 53
What Is Autism? 53
How Society Talks About Autism 57
How the Autistic Brain Thinks 58
How the Autistic Brain Organizes Thoughts 61
How the Autistic Brain Uses Focus 63
How the Autistic Brain Uses Memory 64
How the Autistic Brain Uses Senses 64
How the Autistic Brain Processes Emotions and Exercises Empathy 65
How the Autistic Brain Communicates 66
How the Autistic Brain Socializes 70
How Autistic Bodies Respond 73
Empowering Autistic People 78
Closely Associated Conditions 79
Myths and Misconceptions 81
Chapter 7: Understanding ADHD 83
Talking about ADHD 84
Understanding ADHD Traits 85
Enhancing Daily Living 91
Empowering Those with ADHD 96
Myths and Misconceptions 97
Chapter 8: Understanding Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia 99
Understanding Dyslexia 100
Understanding Dyscalculia 106
Understanding Dysgraphia 110
Understanding Dyspraxia 112
Myths and Misconceptions 114
Chapter 9: Understanding Associated Conditions 117
Understanding Tourette's 118
Understanding OCD 119
Understanding Bipolar 122
Understanding Cerebral Palsy 125
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis 126
Understanding Intellectual Disabilities 127
Aging and Acquired Impairments 129
Thinking About Mental Health 130
Myths and Misconceptions 132
Part 3: Navigating Life as a Neurodivergent Person 133
Chapter 10: Understanding Yourself as a Neurodivergent Person 135
Seeking a Diagnosis 136
Profiling Your Neurodivergent Traits 138
Finding Success 146
Chapter 11: Understanding Others 147
Recognizing How Others Think and Experience the World 147
Practicing Compassionate Curiosity 149
Chapter 12: Improving Personal Effectiveness 153
Understanding the Impact of Trauma 154
Choosing a Productive Mindset 157
Cultivating Habits of Effectiveness 160
Achieving Your Goals 167
Building Resilience to Overcome Setbacks 169
Part 4: Thriving as a Neurodivergent Person 171
Chapter 13: Discovering What It Means to Thrive 173
The Keys to Thriving: Coping and Resilience 174
Understanding What You Need to Thrive 174
Tapping Into Support Systems 178
Community: Finding People to Nurture You 182
Cultivating Self-Advocacy 183
Chapter 14: Thriving in Educational Settings 185
Understanding Yourself or Your Child as Neurodivergent 186
Enhancing the Elementary School Journey 186
Advocating for Yourself in High School 188
Navigating Post-Secondary Education 189
Chapter 15: Thriving in the Workplace 191
Formulating a Strategy for Employment 192
Exploring Career Opportunities 199
Being Effective at Work 205
Becoming a Great Employee 211
Chapter 16: Thriving in Relationships and Communities 213
Thriving in Personal Relationships 214
Dating as a Neurodivergent Person 219
Our Children: Parenting as a Neurodivergent Person 220
Thriving in Friendships 222
Thriving in Communities 225
Part 5: Empowering Neurodistinct People 229
Chapter 17: Discovering Universal Perspectives and Helpful Strategies 231
Take Time to Understand Your Perspective 231
Adopt a Broad Understanding of Neurodiversity 232
Practice Strategies That Empower 236
Chapter 18: Understanding Differences and Embracing Strengths 241
Understanding Executive Functioning 242
Embracing Communication Differences 243
Decoding Social Behavior 244
Making Sense of Sensory Differences 245
Saying "Heck, Yes!" to Stimming 247
Appreciating Neurodivergent Strengths 247
Chapter 19: Caring for a Neurodivergent Child 251
Understanding Common Barriers 252
Coping as a Parent or Caregiver 257
Mapping and Securing Your Support 263
Advocating for Your Child's Needs 264
Planning for the Future 270
Chapter 20: Supporting Neurodivergent Students 277
Valuing Neurodiversity in the Classroom 277
Understanding Barriers Educators Face 278
Coping and Succeeding as Educators 281
Empowering Students in a K-12 Setting 283
Empowering Students in Post-Secondary Education 286
Chapter 21: Empowering Neurodivergent Employees and Colleagues 289
Appreciating the Role of Neurodiversity in the Workplace 290
Updating How We Work 294
Employing Affirming Practices 298
Part 6: Building a Neuroinclusive World 307
Chapter 22: Designing for Universal Inclusion 309
Adopting Principles of Universal Design 310
Putting Universal Design into Practice 312
Chapter 23: Supporting Parents and Caregivers 315
Practicing Empathy 316
Providing Support 320
Incorporating Families into Daily Life 322
Chapter 24: Shaping Society 323
Laying a Firm Foundation 323
Creating a Solid Frame 325
Installing Networks 326
Beginning to Build 327
Conducting Accurate Research 330
Turning the Power On 331
Renovating How We Provide Therapy 333
Making Sure Everyone's Work Is Seen 334
Part 7: the Part of Tens 335
Chapter 25: Ten Key Concepts about Neurodiversity 337
Neurodiversity Is Normal 337
A Shift Is Needed in Our Perspective 338
Self-Advocacy Is Essential 339
People and Families Need Better Support 339
Compassionate Curiosity Is Key 340
Accepting People for Their Differences 340
Including Others for Their Abilities 341
Expanding Awareness of Neurodiversity 341
Supporting Identity and Community 341
Making Society Accessible for Everyone 342
Chapter 26: Ten Ways to Help Neurodivergent People Thrive 343
Understand Neurodiversity as Normal 344
Appreciate Everyone's Differences and Strengths 344
Practice Compassionate Curiosity 345
Believe in Neurodivergent People 345
Rethink How You View Accommodations 346
Advocate with Neurodivergent People 346
Work to Include Everyone 347
Help Neurodivergent People Overcome Barriers 347
Educate Others about Neurodiversity 348
Practice Universal Design 348
Appendix 349
Index 355
About This Book 2
Foolish Assumptions 3
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: Understanding Neurodiversity 5
Chapter 1: What Is Neurodiversity? 7
The Normalcy of Neurodiversity 8
Understanding Neurodivergent Conditions 16
Exploring the Neurodiversity Movement 19
Chapter 2: Disability Is Not a Dirty Word 21
First Things First: Why We Fear Disability 21
What Disability Actually Means 22
Neurodivergence and Disability 25
The Disability Rights Movement 26
You're Not Alone: Building Community 27
Chapter 3: Someone You Know Is Neurodivergent 29
Neurodiversity Has Always Been Here 30
Neurodivergence Is Rather Common 31
The Role of Neurodiversity Today 33
Extraordinary People: Ordinary Traits 35
Chapter 4: Why Is Our World Not Yet Neuroinclusive? 37
The Myth of Normality 37
In education 38
In therapy 38
In the workplace 39
Why Things Are Designed to Look Like Us 39
Falling Into a Fixed Mindset 40
Acknowledging Barriers to Inclusion 41
Barriers society places in front of neurodivergent people 41
Additional barriers neurodivergent people must navigate 42
Part 2: Recognizing the Types of Neurodivergence 43
Chapter 5: Understanding Neurotypes 45
Introducing Neurotypes 45
Understanding How Neurotypes Differ 46
Uncovering Neurodivergent Strengths 48
Seeing How Doctors Label Neurotypes 49
Chapter 6: Understanding Autism 53
What Is Autism? 53
How Society Talks About Autism 57
How the Autistic Brain Thinks 58
How the Autistic Brain Organizes Thoughts 61
How the Autistic Brain Uses Focus 63
How the Autistic Brain Uses Memory 64
How the Autistic Brain Uses Senses 64
How the Autistic Brain Processes Emotions and Exercises Empathy 65
How the Autistic Brain Communicates 66
How the Autistic Brain Socializes 70
How Autistic Bodies Respond 73
Empowering Autistic People 78
Closely Associated Conditions 79
Myths and Misconceptions 81
Chapter 7: Understanding ADHD 83
Talking about ADHD 84
Understanding ADHD Traits 85
Enhancing Daily Living 91
Empowering Those with ADHD 96
Myths and Misconceptions 97
Chapter 8: Understanding Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia 99
Understanding Dyslexia 100
Understanding Dyscalculia 106
Understanding Dysgraphia 110
Understanding Dyspraxia 112
Myths and Misconceptions 114
Chapter 9: Understanding Associated Conditions 117
Understanding Tourette's 118
Understanding OCD 119
Understanding Bipolar 122
Understanding Cerebral Palsy 125
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis 126
Understanding Intellectual Disabilities 127
Aging and Acquired Impairments 129
Thinking About Mental Health 130
Myths and Misconceptions 132
Part 3: Navigating Life as a Neurodivergent Person 133
Chapter 10: Understanding Yourself as a Neurodivergent Person 135
Seeking a Diagnosis 136
Profiling Your Neurodivergent Traits 138
Finding Success 146
Chapter 11: Understanding Others 147
Recognizing How Others Think and Experience the World 147
Practicing Compassionate Curiosity 149
Chapter 12: Improving Personal Effectiveness 153
Understanding the Impact of Trauma 154
Choosing a Productive Mindset 157
Cultivating Habits of Effectiveness 160
Achieving Your Goals 167
Building Resilience to Overcome Setbacks 169
Part 4: Thriving as a Neurodivergent Person 171
Chapter 13: Discovering What It Means to Thrive 173
The Keys to Thriving: Coping and Resilience 174
Understanding What You Need to Thrive 174
Tapping Into Support Systems 178
Community: Finding People to Nurture You 182
Cultivating Self-Advocacy 183
Chapter 14: Thriving in Educational Settings 185
Understanding Yourself or Your Child as Neurodivergent 186
Enhancing the Elementary School Journey 186
Advocating for Yourself in High School 188
Navigating Post-Secondary Education 189
Chapter 15: Thriving in the Workplace 191
Formulating a Strategy for Employment 192
Exploring Career Opportunities 199
Being Effective at Work 205
Becoming a Great Employee 211
Chapter 16: Thriving in Relationships and Communities 213
Thriving in Personal Relationships 214
Dating as a Neurodivergent Person 219
Our Children: Parenting as a Neurodivergent Person 220
Thriving in Friendships 222
Thriving in Communities 225
Part 5: Empowering Neurodistinct People 229
Chapter 17: Discovering Universal Perspectives and Helpful Strategies 231
Take Time to Understand Your Perspective 231
Adopt a Broad Understanding of Neurodiversity 232
Practice Strategies That Empower 236
Chapter 18: Understanding Differences and Embracing Strengths 241
Understanding Executive Functioning 242
Embracing Communication Differences 243
Decoding Social Behavior 244
Making Sense of Sensory Differences 245
Saying "Heck, Yes!" to Stimming 247
Appreciating Neurodivergent Strengths 247
Chapter 19: Caring for a Neurodivergent Child 251
Understanding Common Barriers 252
Coping as a Parent or Caregiver 257
Mapping and Securing Your Support 263
Advocating for Your Child's Needs 264
Planning for the Future 270
Chapter 20: Supporting Neurodivergent Students 277
Valuing Neurodiversity in the Classroom 277
Understanding Barriers Educators Face 278
Coping and Succeeding as Educators 281
Empowering Students in a K-12 Setting 283
Empowering Students in Post-Secondary Education 286
Chapter 21: Empowering Neurodivergent Employees and Colleagues 289
Appreciating the Role of Neurodiversity in the Workplace 290
Updating How We Work 294
Employing Affirming Practices 298
Part 6: Building a Neuroinclusive World 307
Chapter 22: Designing for Universal Inclusion 309
Adopting Principles of Universal Design 310
Putting Universal Design into Practice 312
Chapter 23: Supporting Parents and Caregivers 315
Practicing Empathy 316
Providing Support 320
Incorporating Families into Daily Life 322
Chapter 24: Shaping Society 323
Laying a Firm Foundation 323
Creating a Solid Frame 325
Installing Networks 326
Beginning to Build 327
Conducting Accurate Research 330
Turning the Power On 331
Renovating How We Provide Therapy 333
Making Sure Everyone's Work Is Seen 334
Part 7: the Part of Tens 335
Chapter 25: Ten Key Concepts about Neurodiversity 337
Neurodiversity Is Normal 337
A Shift Is Needed in Our Perspective 338
Self-Advocacy Is Essential 339
People and Families Need Better Support 339
Compassionate Curiosity Is Key 340
Accepting People for Their Differences 340
Including Others for Their Abilities 341
Expanding Awareness of Neurodiversity 341
Supporting Identity and Community 341
Making Society Accessible for Everyone 342
Chapter 26: Ten Ways to Help Neurodivergent People Thrive 343
Understand Neurodiversity as Normal 344
Appreciate Everyone's Differences and Strengths 344
Practice Compassionate Curiosity 345
Believe in Neurodivergent People 345
Rethink How You View Accommodations 346
Advocate with Neurodivergent People 346
Work to Include Everyone 347
Help Neurodivergent People Overcome Barriers 347
Educate Others about Neurodiversity 348
Practice Universal Design 348
Appendix 349
Index 355
Details
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Fachbereich: | Krankheiten |
| Genre: | Medizin |
| Produktart: | Ratgeber |
| Rubrik: | Wissenschaften |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Seiten: | 384 |
| Inhalt: | 384 S. |
| ISBN-13: | 9781394216178 |
| ISBN-10: | 1394216173 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: |
Marble, John
Chabria, Khushboo Jayaraman, Ranga |
| Hersteller: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Maße: | 234 x 185 x 24 mm |
| Von/Mit: | John Marble (u. a.) |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 19.03.2024 |
| Gewicht: | 0,72 kg |
Über den Autor
John Marble is a workforce policy, innovation, and neurodiversity strategist. He is the founder of Pivot Neurodiversity. Khushboo Chabria is a neurodiversity specialist, career coach, and speaker on a mission to advocate for disability rights. Ranga Jayaraman is director of Neurodiversity Pathways and a leader in digital transformation.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction 1
About This Book 2
Foolish Assumptions 3
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: Understanding Neurodiversity 5
Chapter 1: What Is Neurodiversity? 7
The Normalcy of Neurodiversity 8
Understanding Neurodivergent Conditions 16
Exploring the Neurodiversity Movement 19
Chapter 2: Disability Is Not a Dirty Word 21
First Things First: Why We Fear Disability 21
What Disability Actually Means 22
Neurodivergence and Disability 25
The Disability Rights Movement 26
You're Not Alone: Building Community 27
Chapter 3: Someone You Know Is Neurodivergent 29
Neurodiversity Has Always Been Here 30
Neurodivergence Is Rather Common 31
The Role of Neurodiversity Today 33
Extraordinary People: Ordinary Traits 35
Chapter 4: Why Is Our World Not Yet Neuroinclusive? 37
The Myth of Normality 37
In education 38
In therapy 38
In the workplace 39
Why Things Are Designed to Look Like Us 39
Falling Into a Fixed Mindset 40
Acknowledging Barriers to Inclusion 41
Barriers society places in front of neurodivergent people 41
Additional barriers neurodivergent people must navigate 42
Part 2: Recognizing the Types of Neurodivergence 43
Chapter 5: Understanding Neurotypes 45
Introducing Neurotypes 45
Understanding How Neurotypes Differ 46
Uncovering Neurodivergent Strengths 48
Seeing How Doctors Label Neurotypes 49
Chapter 6: Understanding Autism 53
What Is Autism? 53
How Society Talks About Autism 57
How the Autistic Brain Thinks 58
How the Autistic Brain Organizes Thoughts 61
How the Autistic Brain Uses Focus 63
How the Autistic Brain Uses Memory 64
How the Autistic Brain Uses Senses 64
How the Autistic Brain Processes Emotions and Exercises Empathy 65
How the Autistic Brain Communicates 66
How the Autistic Brain Socializes 70
How Autistic Bodies Respond 73
Empowering Autistic People 78
Closely Associated Conditions 79
Myths and Misconceptions 81
Chapter 7: Understanding ADHD 83
Talking about ADHD 84
Understanding ADHD Traits 85
Enhancing Daily Living 91
Empowering Those with ADHD 96
Myths and Misconceptions 97
Chapter 8: Understanding Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia 99
Understanding Dyslexia 100
Understanding Dyscalculia 106
Understanding Dysgraphia 110
Understanding Dyspraxia 112
Myths and Misconceptions 114
Chapter 9: Understanding Associated Conditions 117
Understanding Tourette's 118
Understanding OCD 119
Understanding Bipolar 122
Understanding Cerebral Palsy 125
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis 126
Understanding Intellectual Disabilities 127
Aging and Acquired Impairments 129
Thinking About Mental Health 130
Myths and Misconceptions 132
Part 3: Navigating Life as a Neurodivergent Person 133
Chapter 10: Understanding Yourself as a Neurodivergent Person 135
Seeking a Diagnosis 136
Profiling Your Neurodivergent Traits 138
Finding Success 146
Chapter 11: Understanding Others 147
Recognizing How Others Think and Experience the World 147
Practicing Compassionate Curiosity 149
Chapter 12: Improving Personal Effectiveness 153
Understanding the Impact of Trauma 154
Choosing a Productive Mindset 157
Cultivating Habits of Effectiveness 160
Achieving Your Goals 167
Building Resilience to Overcome Setbacks 169
Part 4: Thriving as a Neurodivergent Person 171
Chapter 13: Discovering What It Means to Thrive 173
The Keys to Thriving: Coping and Resilience 174
Understanding What You Need to Thrive 174
Tapping Into Support Systems 178
Community: Finding People to Nurture You 182
Cultivating Self-Advocacy 183
Chapter 14: Thriving in Educational Settings 185
Understanding Yourself or Your Child as Neurodivergent 186
Enhancing the Elementary School Journey 186
Advocating for Yourself in High School 188
Navigating Post-Secondary Education 189
Chapter 15: Thriving in the Workplace 191
Formulating a Strategy for Employment 192
Exploring Career Opportunities 199
Being Effective at Work 205
Becoming a Great Employee 211
Chapter 16: Thriving in Relationships and Communities 213
Thriving in Personal Relationships 214
Dating as a Neurodivergent Person 219
Our Children: Parenting as a Neurodivergent Person 220
Thriving in Friendships 222
Thriving in Communities 225
Part 5: Empowering Neurodistinct People 229
Chapter 17: Discovering Universal Perspectives and Helpful Strategies 231
Take Time to Understand Your Perspective 231
Adopt a Broad Understanding of Neurodiversity 232
Practice Strategies That Empower 236
Chapter 18: Understanding Differences and Embracing Strengths 241
Understanding Executive Functioning 242
Embracing Communication Differences 243
Decoding Social Behavior 244
Making Sense of Sensory Differences 245
Saying "Heck, Yes!" to Stimming 247
Appreciating Neurodivergent Strengths 247
Chapter 19: Caring for a Neurodivergent Child 251
Understanding Common Barriers 252
Coping as a Parent or Caregiver 257
Mapping and Securing Your Support 263
Advocating for Your Child's Needs 264
Planning for the Future 270
Chapter 20: Supporting Neurodivergent Students 277
Valuing Neurodiversity in the Classroom 277
Understanding Barriers Educators Face 278
Coping and Succeeding as Educators 281
Empowering Students in a K-12 Setting 283
Empowering Students in Post-Secondary Education 286
Chapter 21: Empowering Neurodivergent Employees and Colleagues 289
Appreciating the Role of Neurodiversity in the Workplace 290
Updating How We Work 294
Employing Affirming Practices 298
Part 6: Building a Neuroinclusive World 307
Chapter 22: Designing for Universal Inclusion 309
Adopting Principles of Universal Design 310
Putting Universal Design into Practice 312
Chapter 23: Supporting Parents and Caregivers 315
Practicing Empathy 316
Providing Support 320
Incorporating Families into Daily Life 322
Chapter 24: Shaping Society 323
Laying a Firm Foundation 323
Creating a Solid Frame 325
Installing Networks 326
Beginning to Build 327
Conducting Accurate Research 330
Turning the Power On 331
Renovating How We Provide Therapy 333
Making Sure Everyone's Work Is Seen 334
Part 7: the Part of Tens 335
Chapter 25: Ten Key Concepts about Neurodiversity 337
Neurodiversity Is Normal 337
A Shift Is Needed in Our Perspective 338
Self-Advocacy Is Essential 339
People and Families Need Better Support 339
Compassionate Curiosity Is Key 340
Accepting People for Their Differences 340
Including Others for Their Abilities 341
Expanding Awareness of Neurodiversity 341
Supporting Identity and Community 341
Making Society Accessible for Everyone 342
Chapter 26: Ten Ways to Help Neurodivergent People Thrive 343
Understand Neurodiversity as Normal 344
Appreciate Everyone's Differences and Strengths 344
Practice Compassionate Curiosity 345
Believe in Neurodivergent People 345
Rethink How You View Accommodations 346
Advocate with Neurodivergent People 346
Work to Include Everyone 347
Help Neurodivergent People Overcome Barriers 347
Educate Others about Neurodiversity 348
Practice Universal Design 348
Appendix 349
Index 355
About This Book 2
Foolish Assumptions 3
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: Understanding Neurodiversity 5
Chapter 1: What Is Neurodiversity? 7
The Normalcy of Neurodiversity 8
Understanding Neurodivergent Conditions 16
Exploring the Neurodiversity Movement 19
Chapter 2: Disability Is Not a Dirty Word 21
First Things First: Why We Fear Disability 21
What Disability Actually Means 22
Neurodivergence and Disability 25
The Disability Rights Movement 26
You're Not Alone: Building Community 27
Chapter 3: Someone You Know Is Neurodivergent 29
Neurodiversity Has Always Been Here 30
Neurodivergence Is Rather Common 31
The Role of Neurodiversity Today 33
Extraordinary People: Ordinary Traits 35
Chapter 4: Why Is Our World Not Yet Neuroinclusive? 37
The Myth of Normality 37
In education 38
In therapy 38
In the workplace 39
Why Things Are Designed to Look Like Us 39
Falling Into a Fixed Mindset 40
Acknowledging Barriers to Inclusion 41
Barriers society places in front of neurodivergent people 41
Additional barriers neurodivergent people must navigate 42
Part 2: Recognizing the Types of Neurodivergence 43
Chapter 5: Understanding Neurotypes 45
Introducing Neurotypes 45
Understanding How Neurotypes Differ 46
Uncovering Neurodivergent Strengths 48
Seeing How Doctors Label Neurotypes 49
Chapter 6: Understanding Autism 53
What Is Autism? 53
How Society Talks About Autism 57
How the Autistic Brain Thinks 58
How the Autistic Brain Organizes Thoughts 61
How the Autistic Brain Uses Focus 63
How the Autistic Brain Uses Memory 64
How the Autistic Brain Uses Senses 64
How the Autistic Brain Processes Emotions and Exercises Empathy 65
How the Autistic Brain Communicates 66
How the Autistic Brain Socializes 70
How Autistic Bodies Respond 73
Empowering Autistic People 78
Closely Associated Conditions 79
Myths and Misconceptions 81
Chapter 7: Understanding ADHD 83
Talking about ADHD 84
Understanding ADHD Traits 85
Enhancing Daily Living 91
Empowering Those with ADHD 96
Myths and Misconceptions 97
Chapter 8: Understanding Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia 99
Understanding Dyslexia 100
Understanding Dyscalculia 106
Understanding Dysgraphia 110
Understanding Dyspraxia 112
Myths and Misconceptions 114
Chapter 9: Understanding Associated Conditions 117
Understanding Tourette's 118
Understanding OCD 119
Understanding Bipolar 122
Understanding Cerebral Palsy 125
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis 126
Understanding Intellectual Disabilities 127
Aging and Acquired Impairments 129
Thinking About Mental Health 130
Myths and Misconceptions 132
Part 3: Navigating Life as a Neurodivergent Person 133
Chapter 10: Understanding Yourself as a Neurodivergent Person 135
Seeking a Diagnosis 136
Profiling Your Neurodivergent Traits 138
Finding Success 146
Chapter 11: Understanding Others 147
Recognizing How Others Think and Experience the World 147
Practicing Compassionate Curiosity 149
Chapter 12: Improving Personal Effectiveness 153
Understanding the Impact of Trauma 154
Choosing a Productive Mindset 157
Cultivating Habits of Effectiveness 160
Achieving Your Goals 167
Building Resilience to Overcome Setbacks 169
Part 4: Thriving as a Neurodivergent Person 171
Chapter 13: Discovering What It Means to Thrive 173
The Keys to Thriving: Coping and Resilience 174
Understanding What You Need to Thrive 174
Tapping Into Support Systems 178
Community: Finding People to Nurture You 182
Cultivating Self-Advocacy 183
Chapter 14: Thriving in Educational Settings 185
Understanding Yourself or Your Child as Neurodivergent 186
Enhancing the Elementary School Journey 186
Advocating for Yourself in High School 188
Navigating Post-Secondary Education 189
Chapter 15: Thriving in the Workplace 191
Formulating a Strategy for Employment 192
Exploring Career Opportunities 199
Being Effective at Work 205
Becoming a Great Employee 211
Chapter 16: Thriving in Relationships and Communities 213
Thriving in Personal Relationships 214
Dating as a Neurodivergent Person 219
Our Children: Parenting as a Neurodivergent Person 220
Thriving in Friendships 222
Thriving in Communities 225
Part 5: Empowering Neurodistinct People 229
Chapter 17: Discovering Universal Perspectives and Helpful Strategies 231
Take Time to Understand Your Perspective 231
Adopt a Broad Understanding of Neurodiversity 232
Practice Strategies That Empower 236
Chapter 18: Understanding Differences and Embracing Strengths 241
Understanding Executive Functioning 242
Embracing Communication Differences 243
Decoding Social Behavior 244
Making Sense of Sensory Differences 245
Saying "Heck, Yes!" to Stimming 247
Appreciating Neurodivergent Strengths 247
Chapter 19: Caring for a Neurodivergent Child 251
Understanding Common Barriers 252
Coping as a Parent or Caregiver 257
Mapping and Securing Your Support 263
Advocating for Your Child's Needs 264
Planning for the Future 270
Chapter 20: Supporting Neurodivergent Students 277
Valuing Neurodiversity in the Classroom 277
Understanding Barriers Educators Face 278
Coping and Succeeding as Educators 281
Empowering Students in a K-12 Setting 283
Empowering Students in Post-Secondary Education 286
Chapter 21: Empowering Neurodivergent Employees and Colleagues 289
Appreciating the Role of Neurodiversity in the Workplace 290
Updating How We Work 294
Employing Affirming Practices 298
Part 6: Building a Neuroinclusive World 307
Chapter 22: Designing for Universal Inclusion 309
Adopting Principles of Universal Design 310
Putting Universal Design into Practice 312
Chapter 23: Supporting Parents and Caregivers 315
Practicing Empathy 316
Providing Support 320
Incorporating Families into Daily Life 322
Chapter 24: Shaping Society 323
Laying a Firm Foundation 323
Creating a Solid Frame 325
Installing Networks 326
Beginning to Build 327
Conducting Accurate Research 330
Turning the Power On 331
Renovating How We Provide Therapy 333
Making Sure Everyone's Work Is Seen 334
Part 7: the Part of Tens 335
Chapter 25: Ten Key Concepts about Neurodiversity 337
Neurodiversity Is Normal 337
A Shift Is Needed in Our Perspective 338
Self-Advocacy Is Essential 339
People and Families Need Better Support 339
Compassionate Curiosity Is Key 340
Accepting People for Their Differences 340
Including Others for Their Abilities 341
Expanding Awareness of Neurodiversity 341
Supporting Identity and Community 341
Making Society Accessible for Everyone 342
Chapter 26: Ten Ways to Help Neurodivergent People Thrive 343
Understand Neurodiversity as Normal 344
Appreciate Everyone's Differences and Strengths 344
Practice Compassionate Curiosity 345
Believe in Neurodivergent People 345
Rethink How You View Accommodations 346
Advocate with Neurodivergent People 346
Work to Include Everyone 347
Help Neurodivergent People Overcome Barriers 347
Educate Others about Neurodiversity 348
Practice Universal Design 348
Appendix 349
Index 355
Details
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Fachbereich: | Krankheiten |
| Genre: | Medizin |
| Produktart: | Ratgeber |
| Rubrik: | Wissenschaften |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Seiten: | 384 |
| Inhalt: | 384 S. |
| ISBN-13: | 9781394216178 |
| ISBN-10: | 1394216173 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: |
Marble, John
Chabria, Khushboo Jayaraman, Ranga |
| Hersteller: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Maße: | 234 x 185 x 24 mm |
| Von/Mit: | John Marble (u. a.) |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 19.03.2024 |
| Gewicht: | 0,72 kg |
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