
Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum (Second Edition)
Understanding Life Experiences from Early Childhood to Old Age
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Lucie McNeil
About this listen
Comprehensive overview of autism in females with lived experience accounts and latest research.
The difference that being female makes to the diagnosis, life and experiences of an autistic person is hugely significant. In this widely expanded second edition, Sarah Hendrickx combines the latest research with personal stories from girls and women on the autism spectrum to present a picture of their feelings, thoughts and experiences at each stage of their lives.
Outlining the likely impact will be for autistic women and girls throughout their lifespan, Hendrickx surveys everything from diagnosis, childhood, education, adolescence, friendships and sexuality, to employment, pregnancy, parenting, and aging.
With up-to-date content on masking, diagnosis later in life, and a new focus on trans and non-binary voices, as well as a deeper dive into specific health and wellbeing implications including menopause, PCOS, Hypermobility/Ehlers-Danlos, autistic burnout, and alexithymia, this is an invaluable companion for professionals, as well as a guiding light for women with autism to understand and interpret their own experience in context.
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Self-Care for Autistic People
- 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-Stress, and Unmask!
- By: Dr. Megan Anna Neff
- Narrated by: Anna Caputo
- Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins
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Self-Care for Autistic People can help you engage in some neurodivergent self-care—without pretending to be neurotypical. You’ll find more than 100 activities that help you accept yourself, destigmatize autism, find your community, and take care of your physical and mental health. You’ll find solutions for managing the challenging aspects of autism, as well as ideas to bring out the many positive aspects. With expert advice from therapist Megan A. Neff, this book will help you make the most of your life and your diagnosis.
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Awareness- Inclusive - Informative - Relevant - Relatable
- By Cfrazier on 05-03-24
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Adult Autism Essentials
- A Step-by-Step Approach to Navigating Relationships, Professional Life and Finding Resources While Celebrating Our Strengths
- By: Jason Jones
- Narrated by: Phillip Daugherty Sr
- Length: 3 hrs and 43 mins
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Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed by an adult autism diagnosis? Do you struggle with daily challenges and want to leverage the unique strengths autism brings? Look no further. "Adult Autism Essentials" offers practical advice and insights to improve daily life, build stronger relationships, and access necessary resources.
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Very Helpful
- By Dan on 01-12-25
By: Jason Jones
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Autism in Heels
- The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum
- By: Jennifer Cook O'Toole
- Narrated by: Jennifer O'Toole
- Length: 12 hrs and 39 mins
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This intimate memoir reveals the woman inside one of autism’s most prominent figures, Jennifer O'Toole. At the age of 35, Jennifer was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, and for the first time in her life, things made sense. Now, she exposes the constant struggle between carefully crafted persona and authentic existence, editing the autism script with wit, candor, passion, and power. Her journey is one of reverse-self-discovery not only as an Aspie but - more importantly - as a thoroughly modern woman.
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Somewhat relatable but not really.
- By M Bond on 02-26-23
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NeuroTribes
- The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity
- By: Steve Silberman
- Narrated by: William Hughes
- Length: 18 hrs and 46 mins
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What is autism: a lifelong disability or a naturally occurring form of cognitive difference akin to certain forms of genius? In truth, it is both of these things and more - and the future of our society depends on our understanding it. 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.
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The long hard road to proper identity on the Autistic spectrum.
- By Lorijorn on 10-29-15
By: Steve Silberman
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Unmasking Autism
- Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity
- By: Devon Price PhD
- Narrated by: Devon Price PhD
- Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins
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In Unmasking Autism, Dr. Devon Price shares their personal experience with masking and blends history, social science research, prescriptions, and personal profiles to tell a story of neurodivergence that has thus far been dominated by those on the outside looking in. For Dr. Price and many others, Autism is a deep source of uniqueness and beauty. Unfortunately, living in a neurotypical world means it can also be a source of incredible alienation and pain.
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Disappointing
- By Debra M. Givin on 11-12-22
By: Devon Price PhD
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What I Mean When I Say I'm Autistic
- Unpuzzling a Life on the Autism Spectrum
- By: Annie Kotowicz
- Narrated by: Meredith Aleigha Wells
- Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins
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In this intimate and insightful mix of memoir and manifesto, Annie Kotowicz invites you inside the mind of an autistic woman, sharing the trials and triumphs of a life before and after diagnosis.
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Exquisitely insightful
- By D. Siegel on 05-02-25
By: Annie Kotowicz
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Odd Girl Out
- By: Laura James
- Narrated by: Lucinda Clare
- Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins
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From childhood, Laura James knew she was different. She struggled to cope in a world that often made no sense to her, as though her brain had its own operating system. It wasn't until she reached her 40s that she found out why: Suddenly and surprisingly, she was diagnosed with autism. With a touching and searing honesty, Laura challenges everything we think we know about what it means to be autistic. Married with four children and a successful journalist, Laura examines the ways in which autism has shaped her career, her approach to motherhood, and her closest relationships.
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Narration is not my favorite
- By Linden on 03-01-21
By: Laura James
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Life as a Late-Identified Autistic
- A Collection of Essays Exploring Autism
- By: Jackie Schuld
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins
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When Jackie Schuld’s therapist suggested she might be autistic, she scoffed. She knew there was no way she could be autistic. She was in her mid-30s and ran her own therapy private practice. Everything she learned about autism in her Master’s program in mental health counseling didn’t apply to her. She could make excellent eye contact. She could engage in deep conversations. She could attend social gatherings. She could make it through abrupt changes and remain flexible. How could she be autistic? The more she learned about autism — how it internally impacts autistics and how it can...
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AI narrator sucks!
- By Explorer Gal on 10-23-24
By: Jackie Schuld
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Autism Relationships Handbook
- How to Thrive in Friendships, Dating, and Love
- By: Faith G. Harper PhD LPC-S ACS ACN, Joe Biel
- Narrated by: Kate Mulligan
- Length: 5 hrs and 5 mins
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Ever since he came out as autistic, Joe Biel has been contacted by people wanting to share their stories and ask questions. The most common question by far is: How do I find a romantic partner? Autistic listeners will find valuable answers and perspectives in this book, whether they are just getting ready to jump into dating, are seeking to forge closer friendships, or are looking to improve an existing partnership or marriage.
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such a helpful book
- By Anonymous User on 07-18-21
By: Faith G. Harper PhD LPC-S ACS ACN, and others
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Autism for Adults
- An Approachable Guide to Living Excellently on the Spectrum
- By: Daniel M. Jones
- Narrated by: Daniel M. Jones
- Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins
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Autistic influencer Daniel M. Jones is an expert on living well on the spectrum. No matter what you’re going through as someone with autism, Dan gets it—he’s been there. He’s here to explain everything he learned, and then some, in this instruction manual and memoir about life as an autistic person. Dan’s book is packed with actionable advice that listeners can immediately start putting into practice.
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Good book but too many blanket statements
- By Dez on 04-18-24
By: Daniel M. Jones
What listeners say about Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum (Second Edition)
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- Jeremiah Nelson
- 02-12-24
A Different View of Autism Spectrum Disorder
As a school psychologist I came into this book with a background in the more "classic" expression of ASD, which is based on the study of males with autism, primarily. This book provided a comprehensive review of the differences one might see in females with autism.
At times, it was difficult to listen to research shared in an audiobook format. The references and page numbers can be tedious. However, the many examples from individuals helped to bring the research to life.
I learned a great deal from this book and I wish I had this knowledge years ago. Thank you, Ms. Hendrickx, for expanding my horizons!
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- Dominique wall
- 01-08-25
Must read
Whether you have autism, or someone you know, truly inspiring to know you aren’t alone!
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- Erin
- 02-14-25
the ah ha moment !
This book had me going “ah ha yes” and “that’s so me” & “it all finally makes sense” definitely has helped me better understand my diagnosis and given me a lot to think about !
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- VGomez
- 06-22-24
Absolutely eye opening
“I love being weird, everyone is just basic” it’s my go to for myself, my daughter and my patients.
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- Renee Metcalf
- 02-02-25
excellent and needed
Highly recommend it. Listen to it. Includes both scientific data AND personal anecdotes from real life autistic women. That thoughful, comprehensive combination of information sources makes this book stand out as (probably) the most useful book about autism in women to date. Imo. Obviously.
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- Mary M.
- 07-03-24
Clear and Compassionate View of Female Autism
The contents of this book helped me. A lot of it sounded exactly like me. I am exhausted from the learning, stunned, relieved.
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- Anonymous User
- 04-19-25
Female autism facts, info & experiences
Mind blowing! How can autism look so different in females vs males!?! As I read this book to find out more information for my daughter’s recent diagnosis, I’m realizing that I might also benefit from being tested as so much of this book also sounds like me.
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- Helle
- 11-03-24
I couldn't stand the constant references being read out like it was a science paper
I only got an hour into this book due to me being annoyed about the abrupt flow of the story due to all the references.
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