Autism and Us : A Social History of Autism.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Cutler, Eustacia.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Autism.

Autism in literature.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (109 pages)

Place of Publication:

La Vergne : Future Horizons, 2022.

Summary:

Eustacia Cutler's 'Autism and Us: Old As Time' explores the complexities of autism through historical, biological, and social lenses. The book delves into the nature of autism, societal responses, and the evolving understanding of the condition from the Victorian era to the present day. Cutler examines autism's portrayal in literature and its intersection with major historical events, such as World War II and the Cold War. By drawing parallels with symbiotic relationships in the animal kingdom, the author highlights the challenges and misconceptions surrounding autism. The narrative is enriched with personal anecdotes and cultural references, aiming to foster empathy and understanding. The intended audience includes educators, families affected by autism, and general readers interested in developmental disorders. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

1. Introduction

2. THE NATURE OF AUTISM

3. THE NATURE OF OUR RESPONSE

4. MAN, THE DREAMER

5. THE BED OF HOT COALS

6. AUTISM IN VICTORIAN LITERATURE

7. LATE 19TH CENTURY: Medical Progress Meets the Concert Stage

8. WORLD WAR II

9. AUTISM AND THE MINEFIELD OF BLAME: 1940s-1950s

10. HONOR AND SHAME IN THE 60s

11. ANXIETY AND CHANGE

12. THE ASPERGER STORY: 1980s-1990s

13. THE MIRROR NEURON STORY: 1990s-2018

14. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER AND ACTING ON IT

Acknowledgments

Selected Bibliography.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Cutler, Eustacia Autism and Us: Old As Time

ISBN:

9781957984032