Kindred
Book Club
Kindred
Book Club
Since I first suspected neurodivergence in my family and had my own ‘lightbulb moment’, I have read lots of books which helped me inform myself (hyperfocus anyone?). Books have always been a huge love of mine, both for education and enjoyment. As a neurodiversity coach, I firmly believe that understanding is crucial for acceptance.
Some of my recommended reads are full of tips and ways to manage neurodivergent traits; some are compelling memoirs about pre-diagnosis and the journey towards awareness. Reading someone else's story and identifying with it can be powerfully validating. I hope these recommendations can help other people on their own journey of awareness.
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Rediscovered
Highly Recommended
The much-anticipated book from the fabulous Catherine Asta on late diagnosis of autism. Beautifully written for fans of The Late Discovered Club podcast.
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Why Can’t I Just Enjoy Things
Highly Recommended
A comedian’s guide to Autism : witty, interesting and informative. A great, engaging read for anyone who is late-diagnosed. Laughing and learning in one place.
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Girl Unmasked
Highly Recommended
This is one of the most touching and emotional books I have ever read. Such a powerful story of a difficult journey into adulthood as an undiagnosed autistic female.
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ADHD A-Z
Highly Recommended
The first book I read about ADHD and so so useful. I read it with a highlighter in my hand and highlighted all the relevant parts... which is actually most of the book!
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Strong Female Character
Highly Recommended
This is my favourite book. I love Fern’s comedy and her writing is so honest and raw. The book manages to be heartbreaking and hilarious at the same time.
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UNMASKED
Highly Recommended
Really enjoyed this book. A great choice if you’re trying to figure out how to navigate life as a self-diagnosed neurodivergent adult.
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It's not a Bloody Trend
This title says it all! It’s the book you want to share with all the doubters. A great book by Kat Brown, very relatable.
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ADHD Girls to Women: Getting on the Radar Lotta Borg Skoglund
I loved the opportunity to read more about the interaction of female hormones and ADHD.
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ADHD 2.0
Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey
Such a lot of useful information from two eminent experts. Really valuable as part of my personal and professional learning journey.
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Scatter Brain: How I finally got off the ADHD rollercoaster and became the owner of a very tidy sock drawer
If you have ever laughed out loud at Shaparak’s comedy then you must read this.
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Odd Girl Out: An Autistic Woman in a Neurotypical World
Laura James
A poignant and personal perspective on being an autistic adult woman.
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The Cassandra Complex
It’s rare to read such a funny novel with a female autistic protagonist.
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A Different Sort Of Normal
Highly recommended
My youngest daughter and I read this book together and both of us absolutely loved it! Serveral times we looked at each other exclaiming,
“That’s me!” or “That’s you!”
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Toxic Positivity: How to embrace every emotion in a happy-obsessed world
The perfect antidote to all the toxic positivity we are exposed to in this age of social media.
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But you don't look autistic at all
What does an autistic person actually look like. If you have ever had to grit your teeth at this comment, this is the book for you!
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Thumbsucker: An illustrated journey through an undiagnosed autistic childhood
A simple and effective illustrated journey through the eyes of an undiagnosed autistic child.
