Autism is not a Disease: The Politics of Neurodiversity

Autism is not a Disease: The Politics of Neurodiversity

by Jodie Hare
Autism is not a Disease: The Politics of Neurodiversity

Autism is not a Disease: The Politics of Neurodiversity

by Jodie Hare

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Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781804291559
Publisher: Verso Books
Publication date: 09/10/2024
Sold by: Penguin Random House Publisher Services
Format: eBook
Pages: 160

About the Author

Jodie Hare was diagnosed with autism at twenty-three years old. She has an MA in Modern Languages, Literature, and Culture from King’s College, London. She has written for publications such as Novara Media, Refinery29, and the Huffington Post. She works as a copywriter. She tweets at @jodslouise

Table of Contents

Introduction


1. The Neurodiversity Campaign Today
2. Neurodiversity Is a Political Issue
3. Neurodiversity and Political Justice
4. Neurodiversity, Work and Poverty
5. Moving Forward


Acknowledgements
Further Reading/Listening
Notes
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