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Being autistic (and what that actually means) / Niamh Garvey ; illustrated by Rebecca Burgess.

Garvey, Niamh (Writer on autism), (author.). Burgess, Rebecca, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"You're autistic--but what does that really mean? Welcome to the ultimate guide to understanding who you are and what it means to be autistic! In this fully illustrated, graphic guide abou twhat it means to be autistic discover the differences between sensory seekers and avoiders, why you might find some things super easy and other things extra challenging and even begin to understand and navigate all of your big (and small) feelings. Best of all, learn what makes you totally unique. You might just come away with some cool facts to share with your friends and family!"--Page 4 of cover.

Record details

ISBN: 9781805011712
ISBN: 1805011715
Physical Description: 149 pages : illustratrions ; 23 cm
Publisher: London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2024.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical reference (page 147) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

part 1. Welcome to being autistic!: Finding out you are autistic ; What is neurodiversity? ; What does it mean to be autistic? -- part 2. Autistic traits: Predictability ; Sensory experiences ; Communication confusion ; Special interests ; Social stuff ; Feelings ; Learning styles ; Organisation frustration ; Creativity ; Body movement -- part 3. Other things autistic people have: Dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder (DCD) ; Dyslexia ; Dyscalculia ; ADHD ; Hypermobility ; Learning disabilities -- part 4. Now you know what it means to be autistic... what's next?