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Living Autistically

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October is Autism Awareness Month in Canada. This month is a great opportunity to listen to autistic and neurodiverse voices share our challenges and joy -- however we may communicate.

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Oshawa Public Libraries

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I Overcame My Autism and All I Got Was This Lousy Anxiety Disorder

I Overcame My Autism and All I Got Was This Lousy Anxiety Disorder

A Memoir

by Kurchak, Sarah

Book - 2020

"An autistic writer's memoir of the detrimental effects of pretending to be normal, and her impassioned call to redefine what is considered a successful life." "An autistic writer's memoir of the detrimental effects of pretending to be normal, and her impassioned call to redefine what is considered a successful life." Show less

"An autistic writer's memoir of the detrimental effects of pretending to be normal, and her impassioned call to redefine what is considered a successful life." "An autistic writer's memoir of the detrimental effects of pretending to be normal, and her impassioned call to redefine what is considered a successful life." Show less

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The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy

The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy

Step-by-step Advice on How to Ally and Speak up With Autistic People and the Autism Community

by Brunton, Jennifer Elizabeth

Book - 2022

What does true inclusion and allyship look like for autistics? Autistic people and their experiences are centred in this helpful guide for allies, friends, families, and employers. What does true inclusion and allyship look like for autistics? Autistic people and their experiences are centred in this helpful guide for allies, friends, families, and employers. Show less

What does true inclusion and allyship look like for autistics? Autistic people and their experiences are centred in this helpful guide for allies, friends, families, and employers. What does true inclusion and allyship look like for autistics? Autistic people and their experiences are centred in this helpful guide for allies, friends, families, and employers. Show less

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Divergent Mind

Divergent Mind

Thriving in A World That Wasn't Designed for You

by Nerenberg, Jenara

Book - 2020

Focusing on neurodiverse women (whose neurodivergence is often dismissed or labelled as "anxiety"), Nerenberg collects stories, research, and wellness tips for understanding ourselves and learning to thrive in our differences. Focusing on neurodiverse women (whose neurodivergence is often dismissed or labelled as "anxiety"), Nerenberg collects stories, research, and wellness tips for understanding ourselves and learning to thrive in our differences. Show less

Focusing on neurodiverse women (whose neurodivergence is often dismissed or labelled as "anxiety"), Nerenberg collects stories, research, and wellness tips for understanding ourselves and learning to thrive in our differences. Focusing on neurodiverse women (whose neurodivergence is often dismissed or labelled as "anxiety"), Nerenberg collects stories, research, and wellness tips for understanding ourselves and learning to thrive in our differences. Show less

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Avoiding Anxiety in Autistic Adults

Avoiding Anxiety in Autistic Adults

A Guide to Autistic Wellbeing

by Beardon, Luke

Book - 2021

A short and straightforward guide to reducing autistic anxiety at home, in the workplace, and out in the world. A short and straightforward guide to reducing autistic anxiety at home, in the workplace, and out in the world. Show less

A short and straightforward guide to reducing autistic anxiety at home, in the workplace, and out in the world. A short and straightforward guide to reducing autistic anxiety at home, in the workplace, and out in the world. Show less

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Invisible Differences

Invisible Differences

A Story of Asperger's, Adulting, and Living A Life in Full Color

by Dachez, Julie

Graphic Novel - 2020

Marguerite struggles to live a normal life, until she begins to explore why. Marguerite struggles to live a normal life, until she begins to explore why. Show less

Marguerite struggles to live a normal life, until she begins to explore why. Marguerite struggles to live a normal life, until she begins to explore why. Show less

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Unmasking Autism

Unmasking Autism

Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity

by Price, Devon

Book - 2022

"A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity." "A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity." Show less

"A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity." "A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society's narrow understanding of neurodiversity." Show less

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Autism for Adults

Autism for Adults

An Approachable Guide to Living Excellently on the Spectrum

by Jones, Daniel

Book - 2023

Part instruction manual and part memoir, Daniel Jones writes the down-to-earth and relatable guide for other autistics that he wishes he had growing up. Part instruction manual and part memoir, Daniel Jones writes the down-to-earth and relatable guide for other autistics that he wishes he had growing up. Show less

Part instruction manual and part memoir, Daniel Jones writes the down-to-earth and relatable guide for other autistics that he wishes he had growing up. Part instruction manual and part memoir, Daniel Jones writes the down-to-earth and relatable guide for other autistics that he wishes he had growing up. Show less

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The Autism Relationships Handbook

The Autism Relationships Handbook

How to Thrive in Friendships, Dating, and Love

by Biel, Joe

Book - 2021

Dr. Faith G. Harper joins autistic publisher and author Joe Biel to offer hard-won guidance on a wide range of topics about friendships, dating, and romance and answer a ton of questions. Dr. Faith G. Harper joins autistic publisher and author Joe Biel to offer hard-won guidance on a wide range of topics about friendships, dating, and romance and answer a ton of questions. Show less

Dr. Faith G. Harper joins autistic publisher and author Joe Biel to offer hard-won guidance on a wide range of topics about friendships, dating, and romance and answer a ton of questions. Dr. Faith G. Harper joins autistic publisher and author Joe Biel to offer hard-won guidance on a wide range of topics about friendships, dating, and romance and answer a ton of questions. Show less

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We're Not Broken

We're Not Broken

Changing the Autism Conversation

by Garcia, Eric

Book - 2021

"This book is a message from autistic people to their parents, friends, teachers, coworkers and doctors showing what life is like on the spectrum." "This book is a message from autistic people to their parents, friends, teachers, coworkers and doctors showing what life is like on the spectrum." Show less

"This book is a message from autistic people to their parents, friends, teachers, coworkers and doctors showing what life is like on the spectrum." "This book is a message from autistic people to their parents, friends, teachers, coworkers and doctors showing what life is like on the spectrum." Show less

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In A Different Key

In A Different Key

The Story of Autism

by Donvan, John

Book - 2016

An extraordinary narrative history of autism: the riveting story of parents fighting for their children 's civil rights; of doctors struggling to define autism; of ingenuity, self-advocacy, and profound social change. An extraordinary narrative history of autism: the riveting story of parents fighting for their children 's civil rights; of doctors struggling to define autism; of ingenuity, self-advocacy, and profound social change. Show less

An extraordinary narrative history of autism: the riveting story of parents fighting for their children 's civil rights; of doctors struggling to define autism; of ingenuity, self-advocacy, and profound social change. An extraordinary narrative history of autism: the riveting story of parents fighting for their children 's civil rights; of doctors struggling to define autism; of ingenuity, self-advocacy, and profound social change. Show less

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The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships

The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships

by Grandin, Temple

Book - 2005

Dr. Temple Grandin and Sean Barron's helpful guide for autistics to learn the often mysterious and implied rules of neurotypical communication. Dr. Temple Grandin and Sean Barron's helpful guide for autistics to learn the often mysterious and implied rules of neurotypical communication. Show less

Dr. Temple Grandin and Sean Barron's helpful guide for autistics to learn the often mysterious and implied rules of neurotypical communication. Dr. Temple Grandin and Sean Barron's helpful guide for autistics to learn the often mysterious and implied rules of neurotypical communication. Show less

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Wonderfully Wired Brains

Wonderfully Wired Brains

An Introduction to the World of Neurodiversity

by Gooding, Louise

Book - 2023

"This inclusive book will introduce children to the world of neurodiversity and encourages them to embrace their differences." "This inclusive book will introduce children to the world of neurodiversity and encourages them to embrace their differences." Show less

"This inclusive book will introduce children to the world of neurodiversity and encourages them to embrace their differences." "This inclusive book will introduce children to the world of neurodiversity and encourages them to embrace their differences." Show less

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Sensory

Sensory

Life on the Spectrum

by Ollerton, Rebecca

Book - 2022

An anthology of short comics showing different autistic experiences, crowdsourced from a diverse group of autistic creators. An anthology of short comics showing different autistic experiences, crowdsourced from a diverse group of autistic creators. Show less

An anthology of short comics showing different autistic experiences, crowdsourced from a diverse group of autistic creators. An anthology of short comics showing different autistic experiences, crowdsourced from a diverse group of autistic creators. Show less

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The Reason I Jump

The Reason I Jump

The Inner Voice of A Thirteen-year-old Boy With Autism

by Higashida, Naoki

Book - 2013

"A story never before told and a memoir to help change our understanding of the world around us, 13-year-old Naoki Higashida's astonishing, empathetic book takes us into the mind of a boy with severe autism." "A story never before told and a memoir to help change our understanding of the world around us, 13-year-old Naoki Higashida's astonishing, empathetic book takes us into the mind of a boy with severe autism." Show less

"A story never before told and a memoir to help change our understanding of the world around us, 13-year-old Naoki Higashida's astonishing, empathetic book takes us into the mind of a boy with severe autism." "A story never before told and a memoir to help change our understanding of the world around us, 13-year-old Naoki Higashida's astonishing, empathetic book takes us into the mind of a boy with severe autism." Show less

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I Have Been Buried Under Years of Dust

I Have Been Buried Under Years of Dust

A Memoir of Autism and Hope

by Gilpeer, Valerie

Book - 2021

Mother Valerie Gilpeer and daughter Emily Gibson co-wrote this memoir. Emily had "long been unable to communicate--until a miraculous breakthrough re...Show more Mother Valerie Gilpeer and daughter Emily Gibson co-wrote this memoir. Emily had "long been unable to communicate--until a miraculous breakthrough revealed a young woman with a rich and creative interior life, a poet, who'd been trapped inside for more than two decades." Show less

Mother Valerie Gilpeer and daughter Emily Gibson co-wrote this memoir. Emily had "long been unable to communicate--until a miraculous breakthrough re...Show more Mother Valerie Gilpeer and daughter Emily Gibson co-wrote this memoir. Emily had "long been unable to communicate--until a miraculous breakthrough revealed a young woman with a rich and creative interior life, a poet, who'd been trapped inside for more than two decades." Show less

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Dispatches From Ray's Planet

Dispatches From Ray's Planet

A Journey Through Autism

by Finlayson, Claire

Book - 2020

Correspondence between sister Claire and brother Ray, that begins after Claire finds out he is is in trouble. "Thus began a remarkable email correspo...Show more Correspondence between sister Claire and brother Ray, that begins after Claire finds out he is is in trouble. "Thus began a remarkable email correspondence that pulled back the curtain on an inner life Claire couldn't have imagined. Where in-person interactions plunged him into hot water, by email, Ray's writing revealed a compassionate, funny, sad man who showed extraordinary insight into his often self-destructive way of navigating the world. " Show less

Correspondence between sister Claire and brother Ray, that begins after Claire finds out he is is in trouble. "Thus began a remarkable email correspo...Show more Correspondence between sister Claire and brother Ray, that begins after Claire finds out he is is in trouble. "Thus began a remarkable email correspondence that pulled back the curtain on an inner life Claire couldn't have imagined. Where in-person interactions plunged him into hot water, by email, Ray's writing revealed a compassionate, funny, sad man who showed extraordinary insight into his often self-destructive way of navigating the world. " Show less

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Funny, You Don't Look Autistic

Funny, You Don't Look Autistic

A Comedian's Guide to Life on the Spectrum

by McCreary, Michael

Book - 2019

This unique and hilarious #OwnVoices memoir breaks down what it's like to live with autism for readers on and off the spectrum. Candid scenes from McCreary's life are broken up with funny visuals and factual asides. This unique and hilarious #OwnVoices memoir breaks down what it's like to live with autism for readers on and off the spectrum. Candid scenes from McCreary's life are broken up with funny visuals and factual asides. Show less

This unique and hilarious #OwnVoices memoir breaks down what it's like to live with autism for readers on and off the spectrum. Candid scenes from McCreary's life are broken up with funny visuals and factual asides. This unique and hilarious #OwnVoices memoir breaks down what it's like to live with autism for readers on and off the spectrum. Candid scenes from McCreary's life are broken up with funny visuals and factual asides. Show less

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