Neurodiversity from phenomenology to neurobiology and enhancing technologies / edited by Lawrence K. Fung, M.D., Ph.D.

Other author Fung, Lawrence K., 1970-
Other author American Psychiatric Association.
Format Electronic
EditionFirst edition.
Publication InfoWashington, DC : American Psychiatric Association Publishing, [2021]
Description1 online resource
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Abstract "Neurodiversity: From Phenomenology to Neurobiology and Enhancing Technologies is the first APA title to address the totality of neurodiversity through positive explorations of "invisible diversities"-from ADHD and savantism to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and dyslexia. Edited by the director of the Stanford Neurodiversity Project, the book emphasizes strengths-based approaches to clinical practice and investigates interventions to improve the lives of neurodiverse individuals. Following a compelling preface by Temple Grandin, the book proceeds to address neurodiversity in four parts: first, an introduction that presents neurodiversity's differences in brain function and behavior as part of the normal variation of the human population; second, presentation of the strengths-based model of neurodiversity (SBMN), including positive psychology, neurobiology, and SBMN in savantism, autism, ADHD, and dyslexia; third, a discussion of neurodiverse individuals in the real world, including higher education and employment; and finally, a review of technologies that enhance our abilities to maximize the potential of neurodiversity, including inclusive design and assessment tools that provide support for neurodiverse young adults seeking meaningful employment"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
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Issued in other formPrint version: Neurodiversity First edition. Washington, DC : American Psychiatric Association Publishing, [2021] 9781615373024
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2021001922
ISBN9781615373956 (epub)
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