An Autistic and ADHD Journey: Re-writing a New Identity Post-Discovery
Book review of An Autistic-ADHD Journey: Building a True Identity Post-Discovery by Rachel Vivienne Winder, reviewed by Dr. Nicholas Chown.
Disability Studies
Trading Bars: Prisons as De Facto Mental Institutions
Individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) have been barred from “polite” society throughout history. Many will eventually find their way to prison, behind a different set of bars, where there is little incentive to treat. Have we simply traded one form of confinement for another, even more cruel one?
Dislocation and Distress through Dress
Nica Cornell describes her experience with Complex Post Traumatic Stress and how the accoutrements of dress can be comforting for mental illness and other disabilities.
Autism Was Never an Accident
Autism was never an accident of Tylenol or vaccines or industrial life. It is not a side effect to be managed, nor a pathology to be cured. Autism has been preserved through millennia of natural selection as our ongoing contribution to humanity’s survival.
Book Review for Elly Katz’s From Scientist to Stroke Survivor: Life Redacted by Arvilla Fee
This book “is one of the greatest testaments to human tenacity, courage, and strength that the publishing world has ever seen.” –Arvilla Fee
Autism and the Modern Eugenics Movement
Autism and neurodivergent rights seem to be making an impact on our daily lives, with more emphasis on inclusion and recognition of differences. On the ground, things look very different. Autistic author Jorik Mol shares his assessment of current issues for neurodivergent communities in the Anglosphere, placing autistic rights in the context of renewed enthusiasm for eugenics in the 21st century.
Stephanie Levin Interviewed on the “Demand and Disrupt” Podcast
Lived Places Publishing author Stephanie Levin was interviewed about her book, Picking Up the Pieces on the “Demand and Disrupt” Podcast.
Adaptive Clothing: Addressing Inequity in Fashion for People with Disabilities
Although adaptivewear is a formally recognized category of clothing, it is not given much attention in fashion education programs. Adaptive clothing is often presented as a separate category and is not integrated into mainstream fashion assignments and educational collections. This can lead to a sense of separation that limits the visibility of adaptive clothing as a design and production opportunity for students.
Breaking Free: Rewriting the Script of Disability in American Higher Education
In this conversation between Stephanie Levin and Dr. Janise Hurtig, they discuss ableism as a systemic issue that continues to plague American postsecondary education – and how educators can help break the cycle of ableism and further promote inclusiveness within their institutions.
Why Neurodiversity Is Essential for Business Growth
Neurodiversity is the key to building resilient, innovative, and forward-thinking businesses. By embracing the unique talents, skills, and passions of neurodivergent individuals, organisations can unlock renewed perspectives, drive creativity, and boost problem-solving capabilities. In an ever-evolving business scene, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where diverse minds thrive is not just a moral authoritative – it’s a strategic advantage for long-term growth and success.