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NeuroTribes
- The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity
- Narrated by: William Hughes
- Length: 18 hrs and 46 mins
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Publisher's Summary
This New York Times bestseller upends conventional thinking about autism and suggests a broader model for acceptance, understanding, and full participation in society for people who think differently.
What is autism: a lifelong disability or a naturally occurring form of cognitive difference akin to certain forms of genius? In truth, it is both of these things and more—and the future of our society depends on our understanding it. Wired reporter Steve Silberman unearths the secret history of autism, long suppressed by the same clinicians who became famous for discovering it, and finds surprising answers to the crucial question of why the number of diagnoses has soared in recent years.
Going back to the earliest days of autism research and chronicling the brave and lonely journey of autistic people and their families through the decades, Silberman provides long-sought solutions to the autism puzzle, while mapping out a path for our society toward a more humane world in which people with learning differences and those who love them have access to the resources they need to live happier, healthier, more secure, and more meaningful lives.
Along the way, he reveals the untold story of Hans Asperger, the father of Asperger’s syndrome, whose “little professors” were targeted by the darkest social-engineering experiment in human history; exposes the covert campaign by child psychiatrist Leo Kanner to suppress knowledge of the autism spectrum for fifty years; and casts light on the growing movement of “neurodiversity” activists seeking respect, support, technological innovation, accommodations in the workplace and in education, and the right to self-determination for those with cognitive differences.
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- Holly S.
- 2021-06-05
So much fascinating history
The narrator is great. I loved learning about so many clinicians, advocates, and organizations to look into further. If you are interested in ASD, this book is a must read for a healthy summarization of knowledge and understanding.
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- Daniel
- 2018-07-30
great
am excellent and comprehensive history of autism, would recommend to anyone interested in the topic.
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- Kali R
- 2021-04-29
CRITICAL reading on the topic of autism
If there were only ONE book to read about neurodiversity and autism, this would be the one you should read. This book covers the entire history of neurodiversity research, autism, the anti-vaxx movement, and how we now understand the brain. The medical and historical context is crucial reading for anyone who knows or loves someone who is autistic. I think every single teacher and therapist needs to read this.
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- Amy Styles
- 2019-08-18
A thorough and hopeful approach to autism
This book provides a thorough history of autism research and the long, complicated path toward its definition and many stories of Autistic individuals, their families and the clinicians to worked with them (to their detriment and their success).
It provides a hopeful look toward the future which is what I appreciated most.
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- Ni.constance
- 2018-01-26
Worth reading
Even though i didn't like some parts of the story, this book has lots of valuable information for parents and those interested in the history of Autism.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2018-05-21
great book to leanr and become aware of autism!
I really enjoyed learning about the whole history of autism and other mental conditions. I have family members that have been diagnosed with autism spectrum and this has made me very aware of their condition and how to support them. Highly recommended.
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- Virginia McKee
- 2023-12-31
Great information
Well researched and comprehensive history of autism spectrum disorder told in a compassionate respectful voice. Investigative journalism at its best.
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- Yohany
- 2018-11-20
Pas ce que he m’attendais
Le livre est intéressant, par contre, en l’achetant, je pensais trouver quelque chose de plus pratique, mais je suis tombé sur une histoire détaillée d’autisme et les organisations autour de cette condition. Oui, on apprend des choses interessantes, mais loin de la pratique du jour à jour avec une personne dans le espectrum.
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- Caroline
- 2021-01-15
Not so good
I could not finish as I am autistic and many things that were in this book were very outdated. ABA, as much as it has benefits in understanding behaviour, the method of teaching is close to abuse.. I did not like it.
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