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Being Autistic (and What That Actually Means)

by Niamh Garvey

A graphic guide to autistic identity

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A graphic guide to autistic identity

Niamh Garvey’s illustrated guide explores autism through everyday differences and experiences. It covers sensory seeking and avoidance, why some tasks may feel straightforward while others bring challenges, and ways of understanding and navigating feelings. The emphasis on individual variation connects these subjects to a broader question of identity: what being autistic means for the person themselves. The guide also offers information that readers can share with friends and family, extending its focus beyond self-understanding to conversations with others.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Autistic adults interested in exploring identity and personal experiences
  • Readers seeking an illustrated introduction to sensory differences, challenges, and feelings
  • People who want accessible information to share with friends or family

Themes

Autistic identitySensory differencesEmotions and self-understandingCommunication with family and friends

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Book overview

You're autistic - but what does that really mean?

Welcome to the ultimate guide to understanding who you are and what it means to be autistic!

In this fully illustrated graphic guide to what it means to be autistic, discover the differences between sensory seekers and avoiders, why you might find some things super easy and other things extra challenging and even begin to understand and navigate all of your big (and small) feelings.

Best of all, learn what makes you totally unique. You might just come away with some cool facts to share with your friends and family!

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