Books can play a big role in helping you and your child with Autism. You’ll find books can be a good way to connect with your children as they learn to share, make eye contact and it enhances their speech while reading one with their parents.
Here is a list of specially curated books related to Autism available on Kindle, Pdf version and paperback.
We would love to get recommendations from you on any useful books for children with Autism that are not in this list. You could write to us at contact@autismconnect.com
Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
The second edition of this book examines the numerous research and practice advances with regard to adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Expert contributors offer cogent reviews of complex issues, from education to employment, leisure activities to illegal behaviors, mental health issues to medical health concerns. The volume explores the latest findings in key areas, such as psychosocial and residential treatments, social skills programs, epidemiology, the impact of ASD on families. The book focuses on areas of research and practice that require improved models of assessment, current data, new interventions, and increased support services.
Fred R. Volkmar, Brian Reichow, James C. McPartland
Kindle
Paperback
10 March 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Rethinking Autism with Dolto
Dolto theorizes that the infant in utero, deep in dreams, is receptive to the audition of “phonemes” during the pre-conscious “archaic stage” of psychosexual maturation. That dream-work on words―an idiosyncratic prehistory at the onset of mental and emotional life―secures the unconscious circulation of affect and the ontogeny of thought long prior to speech, seeding associative thinking and facilitating self-regulation. Kathleen Saint-Onge uses the written work of four nonverbal autistic authors in seeking corroboration for Dolto’s formulations, finding thoughtful self-reflections that relate the experience of living in silence with relentless anxiety while relying on regression as a defence. Dolto’s unprecedented insights into the infant’s earliest learning carry formidable implications for autism interventions, and for primary language and literacy. At issue is an enduring susceptibility to archaic echoes―the haphazard, securing return of pre-invested phonemes―in communicative exchan
Kindle
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4 March 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/1962968049?tag=uuid10-20
The first edition of When Down Syndrome and Autism Intersect was the first book to focus on the unique profile of a Down Syndrome-Autism Spectrum Disorder (DS-ASD) diagnosis. Now with this greatly expanded, updated second edition, it remains the only book for parents and professionals offering a comprehensive guide to supporting individuals with this complex dual diagnosis. Written by a large team of veteran parents and experts in the field, it covers every aspect of caring for children and adults with DS-ASD. Full of good will and respect for the DS-ASD community, this book offers sound information and resources steeped in research and clinical findings. It is also grounded in respect and concern for the parents’ need for specialized supports. Families will find a treasure trove of anecdotes and practical advice, discovering that they are not alone as they continue on their DS-ASD journey.
Margaret Froehlke RN, BS, Robin Sattel MS
Kindle
Paperback
27 February 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Untangling Autism: How to Parent Your Neurodiverse Child in a Neurotypical World
Discover the ultimate guidebook for autistic parenting with Untangling Autism. This book provides simple and critical strategies to help you build a better relationship with your neurodiverse child, master behavior situations, and recognize the complexity of the autism spectrum.
Kindle
Paperback
26 February 2024
Free for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Love in the Time of Autism: A Memoir
In this poignant memoir, Rivera gives us an opportunity to experience autism in the intimate setting of her family. Sometimes funny, sometimes painful, the stories run the gamut of human emotion as she searches for answers to the question of raising a son with autism. Though she offers little advice, she describes implicitly the transformation of her family, the growth of understanding and patience, and ultimately, the power of love.
Kindle
Paperback
9 January 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Autistics in Academia: Narratives of Work, Adversity, and Achievement from Around the World
Embracing neurodiversity, Autistics in Academia amplifies the voices of thirty-seven autistic academics from around the world, unveiling their unique perspectives in academia. Sandra Thom-Jones, an academic and advocate, spotlights overlooked contributions, addressing challenges veiled by stigma. The book aims to dismantle barriers and foster a more inclusive academic landscape. Drawing on first-hand narratives, this work not only raises awareness but also provides insights into how non-autistic individuals can actively contribute to the success and enrichment of autistic academics. This book is an essential resource for those seeking to understand, support, and champion the contributions of autistic individuals within the academic world, and for anyone interested in building a more inclusive academy.
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13 March 2025
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Paid for Paperback
English
This Great Ape: Essays On Autism By A Late-Diagnosed Autistic Woman
Christine M. Condo, B.A., B.S., M.A., [she/her] was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder 1 (Asperger's Syndrome) in 2015 at the age of 42. These essays offer an intimate look into her thoughts and feelings as she adjusts to this new knowledge and its wide-ranging effects on her life. Alternately poignant and humorous, this book is a must-read for anyone wants to learn about being on the autism spectrum.
Kindle
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28 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
The Autistic Teen Girl's School Survival Guide
Navigating school can be tough, especially if you're neurodivergent. Sensory overload, confusing social situations, misdiagnoses, and the stress of masking it all can leave you feeling lost and misunderstood. But it doesn't have to be this way - this guide is here to help!
Kindle
Paperback
21 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Rediscovered: A Compassionate and Courageous Guide For Late Discovered Autistic Women (and Their Allies)
Late discovery can be life-changing - a lifetime of mysteries finally making sense. But there can also be a deep accompanying sense of grief. This is a book about coming home to yourself.
Kindle
Paperback
21 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Stairway to the Spectrum: One man’s story of coming to terms with autism and ADHD
Known and loved by his family and friends as quirky and different, Travis is a man on a mission to find his purpose in a world that often throws him grenades.
Kindle
Paperback
9 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English