by Steve Silberman · 2015
Prize-winning history of autism and neurodiversity that contextualises ADHD within the broader neurodiversity movement.
Best for: Neurodivergent adults and their families wanting a rich historical and cultural context for their experience.
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Prize-winning history of autism and neurodiversity that contextualises ADHD within the broader neurodiversity movement.
Silberman's award-winning history of autism and neurodiversity reframes difference as part of human variation. Valuable context for adults coming to terms with an ADHD or autism identity.
Best for: Neurodivergent adults and their families wanting a rich historical and cultural context for their experience.
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