Bibliograph

The autistic trans guide to life, Yenn Purkis & Wenn Lawson ; foreword by Dr. Emma Goodall

Type

Label

The autistic trans guide to life, Yenn Purkis & Wenn Lawson ; foreword by Dr. Emma Goodall

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 191-198) and index

resource.biographical

contains biographical information

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The autistic trans guide to life

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1249020404

Responsibility statement

Yenn Purkis & Wenn Lawson ; foreword by Dr. Emma Goodall

Summary

"This book is a one-stop guide for autistic trans adults setting out practical strategies and advice to help them navigate through life. The book has chapters on coming out, relationships, sexuality, physical appearance, medical aspects, social transition, work, family life etc. The book is written from a perspective of empowerment and self-acceptance and has a strong focus on promoting pride and self-worth"--, Provided by publisherThis essential survival guide gives autistic trans and/or non-binary adults all the tools and strategies they need to live as their very best self. Blending personal accounts with evidence-based insights and up-to-date information, and written from a perspective of empowerment and self-acceptance, the book promotes pride, strength and authenticity, covering topics including self-advocacy, mental health and camouflaging and masking as well as key moments in life such as coming out or transitioning socially and/or physically. Written by two leading autistic trans activists, this book honestly charts what life is like as an autistic trans person and is vital, life-affirming reading

Table Of Contents

Autism and gender identity -- Gender diversity, affirming gender and transitioning -- Coming out -- Work and college -- Interoception, camouflaging and masking -- Older autistic trans adults -- Strategies and tips to promote pride and strength -- Mental health

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