Concepts of normality the autistic and typical spectrum

Lawson outlines the theory behind the thinking and beliefs of Western society that have led to the building of a culture that fails to be inclusive. She describes what a wider concept of 'normal' means and how to access it, whether it's in social interaction, friendships, feelings, th...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Lawson, Wendy, 1952- (-)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley 2008.
Edición:1st ed
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Tabla de Contenidos:
  • FRONT COVER; Concepts of Normality; The Autistic and Typical Spectrum; Contents; Acknowledgements; Foreword; Foreword; Introduction; 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?; 8. Inclusion and Understanding; 9. The Mismeasure of Autism The Basis for Current Autism 'Advocacy'
  • 10. Changing the Status QuoAppendix 1: Normal Emotions; Appendix 2: Hopes and Dreams; References; Useful Resources; Subject Index; Author Index; BACK COVER