Understanding the Lived Experiences of Autistic Adults

ISBN-13: 9781433199196 / Angielski / Miękka / 2023

Scot Danforth; Susan L. Gabel; Sneha Kohli Mathur

Opis

This book details a narrative study conducted through a social model of disability lens that centers voices of autistic individuals. By including autistic people in research design, implementation, and support services, academics and therapists can learn from the neurodivergent and move toward a more socially just praxis.

Recenzje

"Dr. Mathur and Mr. Valerius have crafted a critical and engaging book that amplifies the voices of autistics through vibrant qualitative research. As a psychologist, I found this to be enlightening, highly educational and a vital contribution to the literature as it addresses the lack of representation of autistic voices. It's an insightful and useful tool and an essential addition to any clinician's library. As a mother of an autistic child and consumer of ABA services, this encouraging book resonates with me on a personal level, and I believe it is required reading for anyone who loves, works with and supports autistics, particularly if ABA is part of their journey."-Madeeha Mir, Ph.D., Counseling Psychologist and Instructor, New York University

Spis treści

List of Tables - List of Figure - List of Abbreviations - Acknowledgments - Introduction - Methodology and Theoretical Framework - Childhood Memories - Adolescence - Transitioning to Adulthood - Life in Orange County, California - A Thematic Analysis of Adam's Story and Autobiographical Accounts - Findings - Discussion and Conclusion - References - About the Authors.

O autorze

Sneha Kohli Mathur, Ph.D., BCBA is a faculty member in the Psychology Department of the University of Southern California. Sneha started Spectrum Success, LLC in order to support individuals on the autism spectrum, while educating "neuro typicals" on how to create a socially inclusive community. What makes Sneha's research, teaching, and consulting unique is her expertise in two very distinct areas, applied behavior analysis and disabilities studies.

Adam Paul Valerius, Autistic Advocate, is a young adult who was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at the age of 12. Enthusiastic, keen to learn, and very insightful as to how his Asperger Syndrome effects his struggles with employment, Adam is excited for the opportunity to help others on the Autism Spectrum.