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Autism Is Not a Disease: The Politics of Neurodiversity

AUTHOR Hare, Jodie
PUBLISHER Verso (09/10/2024)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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How to build a fairer, more neuro-inclusive society

Neurodiversity is one of the most urgent political issues of our time. As the number of diagnoses of autism, ADHD, and other types of neurodivergence rises, we are starting to understand that there is no such thing as a 'normal' brain. But society is still organised around neuronormativity, and autism is treated as a disease.

Jodie Hare, diagnosed with autism at twenty-three, argues it is time to redefine the politics of who we are. She calls for the recognition of diversity as part of natural variation, rather than a departure from sameness. This will have an impact on the places where we learn, work, and socialise - and Hare shows how these can be adapted to be more inclusive and accessible. She shows how we might commit to building a world where we can all thrive, one that works to combat discrimination based on race, class, gender, and disability.

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ISBN-13: 9781804291535
ISBN-10: 1804291536
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 160
Carton Quantity: 112
Product Dimensions: 5.10 x 0.50 x 7.70 inches
Weight: 0.25 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Price on Product
Country of Origin: GB
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BISAC Categories
Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders
Psychology | Anthropology - Cultural & Social
Psychology | Sociology - Social Theory
Dewey Decimal: 616.858
Library of Congress Control Number: 2024006029
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How to build a fairer, more neuro-inclusive society

Neurodiversity is one of the most urgent political issues of our time. As the number of diagnoses of autism, ADHD, and other types of neurodivergence rises, we are starting to understand that there is no such thing as a 'normal' brain. But society is still organised around neuronormativity, and autism is treated as a disease.

Jodie Hare, diagnosed with autism at twenty-three, argues it is time to redefine the politics of who we are. She calls for the recognition of diversity as part of natural variation, rather than a departure from sameness. This will have an impact on the places where we learn, work, and socialise - and Hare shows how these can be adapted to be more inclusive and accessible. She shows how we might commit to building a world where we can all thrive, one that works to combat discrimination based on race, class, gender, and disability.

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