Concepts of normality : the autistic and typical spectrum
Lawson, Wendy, 1952-2008
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Place reservation for Concepts of normality : the autistic and typical spectrumThis book explores how individuals and society understand 'normal'. Practical advice is offered on a range of situations, including how to find your role within the family, how to integrate 'difference' into society, and how to connect with others.
Main title:
Concepts of normality : the autistic and typical spectrum / by Wendy Lawson ; forewords by Lucy Clark and Petra and Magnus Bjorne
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Imprint:
London Jessica Kingsley 2008
Collation:
157 p. illustrations
Contents:
Foreword / Lucy Clark -- Foreword / Petra Bjorne and Magnus Bjorne -- 1. Developing Images and Concepts of Normality -- 2. Developing Concepts of the Autistic and Typical Spectrums -- 3. The Individual, Family and Society: More on How Ideas of Normality Have Changed -- 4. Difference, Normality and the Art of Conversation -- 5. Knowing Our Minds, Knowing Our Rights -- 6. Autism, Sexuality and Normal -- 7. Whose Normal Is It Anyway? / Dinah Murray -- 8. Inclusion and Understanding -- 9. The Mismeasure of Autism: The Basis for Current Autism 'Advocacy' / Estee Klar-Wolfond -- 10. Changing the Status Quo -- Appendix 1. Normal Emotions -- Appendix 2. Hopes and Dreams
ISBN:
9781843106043 (pbk)
Dewey class:
616.8588 CON
Local class:
616.8588
Language:
English
BRN:
32158
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