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"Don't tell me what to do" - everyone's said it (or thought it!), but for the PDA brain it's a tenet that makes everyday tasks a constant challenge. Whether it's a request from a friend or a social expectation to do something, pathological demand avoidance can throw a bucket of ice water on your...

To unschool your child, you must first unschool yourself. Many parents are aware that their child is unhappy at school, but they assume that if their child were to leave school, they would need to recreate school at home which can feel impossible. However, when the parent is willing to move...

A playful guide to understanding the ways of "normal people", The Autist's Guide to the Galaxy flips our usual scripts about neurodiversity. Following on from her internationally successful memoir, The Autists, Clara Törnvall has written a fun, comprehensive, and accessible explanation of neurotypical, or "normal", behavior. Full of facts, tips, and tests, and developed with input from other autists, this book places the difficulties autists face in the context of a world built for the neurotypical majority.

In this emotionally rich first memoir, the New York Times bestselling author of True Biz retraces her path out of the hearing world and into the deaf community - and seeks to understand the journeys her own children must take. 'A book I want to press into everyone's hands... refuses to let us...

Navigate ADHD parenting and trade daily chaos for calm connection using proven discipline strategies for your son. If you feel exhausted, guilty, or overwhelmed by impulsive behavior in your busy home, you are not alone. Discover a compassionate, brain-based approach that stops the shouting and...

Transform parenting exhaustion into deep connection by embracing your neurodivergent child's unique brain style. If your morning commute is filled with guilt over breakfast battles or homework meltdowns, it is time for a radically compassionate approach to ADHD. Stop relying on punishments that...

Transform daily family chaos into calm connection with practical ADHD parenting strategies for neurodivergent minds. If you are exhausted by constant meltdowns and seeking empathetic support during your daily commute, you are not alone. Reframe confusing behaviors by understanding your child’s...

Whether you're seeking reassurance, practical strategies or simply a moment of clarity in the fog of exhaustion, this book is here to support you - every step of the way. There is a lot of conflicting advice about baby sleep and a lot of strong opinions about what is the 'right way' to navigate...

As an MD in Pediatrics, I have witnessed firsthand, the challenges parents face in today's world. Navigating the complexities of childcare can feel like finding your way through a maze without a map. This audiobook is specifically crafted to empower mothers—whether they are planning to have a child, currently with a child, or have recently become parents—to navigate this life-changing journey with knowledge and confidence.

*Nominated for Best Book at the 2025 Chortle Awards* 'Outstanding, I want to press it into the hands of every newly diagnosed person' Fern Brady 'Like a Martian's guide to living on Earth. Funny, enlightening and gobsmacking' Frank Skinner 'A hilarious, crystal-clear guide to autism' Phil Wang...

Brought to you by Penguin. From the acclaimed therapist, Tik Toker and author of the neurodivergent-friendly book How to Keep House While Drowning comes a groundbreaking exploration of relationships for all. IS LOVE CONDITIONAL? HOW DO YOU NAVIGATE A RELATIONSHIP WHEN SOMEONE’S BEST EFFORTS...

Brought to you by Penguin. It's time for traditional sleep advice to truly consider the neurodivergent mind. > If you’re buzzing at night and can’t switch off > If you struggle to implement routines and sleep schedules > If you can’t stop yourself hitting 'snooze' each morning READ THIS...

Misunderstood your whole life, ashamed, lost, lonely and struggling to cope? Exhausted from trying, but never quite managing, to fit in? Welcome to the Late Discovered Club, home to thousands of late discovered autistic women. Late discovery can be life-changing - a lifetime of mysteries finally...

'Devon Price is the most exciting, revolutionary voice in autism advocacy today.'-Fern Brady, comedian and author of Strong Female Character 'Deeply insightful and empowering, illuminating a path for those of us searching for authentic connections and relationships [...] This is the book I...

'If you are a parent worrying whether self-directed education will work for your child, because you have been told that they have special needs which can only be met in the school system - think again' Neurodivergent children experience and interact with the world differently to many of their...

From one of Hollywood's most beloved comedians to a homicide detective, a pioneering surgeon to a bestselling novelist, Nine Minds delves into the unique lived experiences of nine neurodivergent men and women. Each is remarkable in their field and each is challenging how the world sees those on...

ADHD girls and women often fall under the radar. This rigorous and accessible audiobook connects current research (which until recently has mostly focused on men) to the lived experiences of girls and women with ADHD, weaving in their personal struggles and breakthroughs throughout their lives from childhood and the teen years through to motherhood, menopause and beyond. Family doctor, psychiatrist, and international ADHD expert Lotta Borg Skoglund combines years of experience in the treatment and assessment of ADHD with the powerful testimonies of the women she has encountered along the way.

The stress, anxiety, and isolation of the past few years have led to a crisis among young children. Many toddlers who had been chatting away stopped altogether while others never developed language skills at all. Speech and language therapist Nicola Lathey and journalist Tracey Blake are on a mission to get your child back on track. What to Do When Your Child Isn't Talking answers parents' burning questions about their child's development and provides expert strategies to put this advice into practice.

In The Smallest Lights in the Universe, MIT astrophysicist Sara Seager interweaves the story of her search for meaning and solace after losing her first husband to cancer, her unflagging search for an Earth-like exoplanet and her unexpected discovery of new love. Sara Seager has made it her...

MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD The essential real-world guide for navigating your baby’s first year with confidence, written by a nationally renowned pediatrician and organized by topic for easy reference Welcome to parenthood! Having a baby is both exciting...and terrifying. Let's face...