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Neurotribes

The Legacy of Autism and How to Think Smarter About People Who Think Differently

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Neurotribes

By: Steve Silberman
Narrated by: William Hope
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What is autism: a devastating developmental condition, a lifelong disability, or a naturally occurring form of cognitive difference akin to certain forms of genius?

In truth it is all of these things and more - and the future of our society depends on our understanding it. Following on from his groundbreaking article 'The Geek Syndrome', 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 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 casting light on the growing movement of 'neurodiversity' and mapping out a path towards a more humane world for people with learning differences.

©2016 Steve Silberman (P)2016 Audible, Ltd Children's Health Mental Health Neurodiversity Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Relationships Health Autism Special Need Geeky
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world of the neuro diverse and a detailed history of how we reached today and how tomorrow might look

very helpful to a neuro norm <br />An insight into the<br />

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All about the history of autism, the misconceptions, and horrid ways children were treated. This book took me weeks to listen to. I couldn't put it down and would often cook dinner listening to it. It has made me interested in learning more about autism. I totally recommend this book to anyone in medical and education fields.

very interesting

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This was well worth the time and effort to listen to. As much as the material was harrowing to hear at times, I felt the author did provide a good history of Autism recognition amd diagnosis. It has certainly given me a much deeper understanding. The reader was well chosen too with clear differentiation in the voices of the various people mentioned. Be prepared for this book to trigger a lot of emotions. Some quite difficult to work through but again worth the effort.

Hard listening but worth it.

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Those interested in neurodiversity and autism specifically would find this really informative. It gives a detailed account of autism over the last 8 decades with beautiful stories of different autistic individuals, families and professionals working in the autism space.

Excellent book!

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Very interesting & quite heartbreaking in places. The history of the diagnosis & treatment of the autistic & Aspergers spectrum of conditions. The treatment of these children in the past was quite horrific.
An important book in this time of people trying to figure out the cause of these conditions.

Such an informative book

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Very interest historical outline of autism. Enlightening chronology of aspects of the human mind. Enjoyed every chapter

Fascinating

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Tells the history of autism and the strength and beauty of neurodiversity as a whole.

Absolute must read for the ever curious.

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the story was engaging and well told. I enjoyed it very much. I am on the spectrum and at times wish I had been diagnosed as a kid but the raising of awareness as described in this book is making a brighter future for others with these special qualities.

a great history of autism

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Excellent overview of autism, as it is experienced by autistics, and how parents, the medical professions and society at large have responded to autism over time - fascinating listening. Well balanced and always interesting. Thank god that autistics have claimed their own voice with willing allies - it’s as it should be - a challenge and a gift that needs accomodations not a sentence to be extinguished, cured or mourned. Loved it and highly recommend to anyone wanting a broad and thoughtful take on the history, politics and personal stories of autism. The narrator had a great voice and I really enjoyed listening to him - he effectively tried on lots of different voices and the only ones he didn’t quite pull off were women - but hey it’s a small quibble easily overlooked. Essential reading - great listening!

Essential and Exceptional Book on all aspects of autism

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What an amazing, confronting journey!

There are dark waters to wade through as we trace autism’s history however come the end of the book you will either leave with a greater sense of autism, it’s strengths and how to better think of their differences or perhaps a feeling of belonging as you find your missing pieces.

I’m sad this book is over, it was a long journey but by god I’m glad I read it.

Neurotribes - Feels like home

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