NEURODIVERGENT TITLES
SENSORY : LIFE ON THE SPECTRUM : AN AUTISTIC COMICS ANTHOLOGY
Andrews McMeel Publishing Created by : Bex Ollerton 9781524874766 Comics & Graphic Novels / Anthologies / Nonfiction / Biography & Memoir
From artist and curator Bex Ollerton comes an anthology featuring comics from thirty autistic creators about their experiences of living in a world that doesn ’ t always understand or accept them . Sensory : Life on the Spectrum contains illustrated explorations of everything from life pre-diagnosis to tips on how to explain autism to someone who isn ’ t autistic , to suggestions for how to soothe yourself when you ’ re feeling overstimulated . With unique , vibrant comic-style illustrations and the emotional depth and vulnerability of memoir , this book depicts these varied experiences with the kind of insight that only those who have lived them can have .
CAMOUFLAGE : THE HIDDEN LIVES OF AUTISTIC WOMEN Jessica Kingsley Publishers Created by : Sarah Bargiela , Sophie Standing 9781785925665 Comics & Graphic Novels / Contemporary Women / Psychology / Psychopathology / Autism Spectrum Disorders
An engaging and beautifully illustrated graphic book shedding light on the underexplored condition of female autismAn engaging insight into the often underexplored condition of autism in women and girls , delivered in an expertly researched and beautifully illustrated graphic book . The perfect resource for anyone who wishes to understand how gender affects autism , it shows how to create safer , more accommodating environments for women on the spectrum . Autism in women and girls is still not widely understood , and is often misrepresented or even overlooked . This graphic novel offers an engaging and accessible insight into the lives and minds of autistic women , using real-life case studies .
The charming illustrations lead readers on a visual journey of how women on the spectrum experience everyday life , from metaphors and masking in social situations , to friendships and relationships and the role of special interests .
SIDE EFFECTS Seismic Press Created by : Ted Anderson , Tara O ’ Connor 9781956731088 Young Adult Fiction / Comics & Graphic Novels / Science Fiction / Coming Of Age / LGBTQ +
It ’ s Hannah ’ s first year away at college – the first time she ’ s been away from home , without a support network . Within the first month , the combination of classes and socializing and adjusting to college life sends her into a full-on breakdown . Fortunately , her roommate finds her , Hannah goes to campus mental health , and they prescribe her therapy and meds — though with every new medication , you ’ ve got to watch out for unexpected side effects .
Every new medication Hannah tries comes with a new power and side effect . One makes her super-tough , and also makes her gain thirty pounds . Another gives her telepathy , while also completely screwing up her sleep schedule . Yet another gives her super-strength , as well as terrible constipation .
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