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by Scot Danforth (Other), Susan L. Gabel (Other), Sneha Kohli Mathur (Author)
This book details a narrative study conducted through a social model of disability lens that centers voices of autistic individuals. By including autistic people in research design, implementation, and support services, academics and therapists can learn from the neurodivergent and move toward a more socially just praxis.
Author Biography
Sneha Kohli Mathur, Ph.D., BCBA is a faculty member in the Psychology Department of the University of Southern California. Sneha started Spectrum Success, LLC in order to support individuals on the autism spectrum, while educating "neuro typicals" on how to create a socially inclusive community. What makes Sneha's research, teaching, and consulting unique is her expertise in two very distinct areas, applied behavior analysis and disabilities studies.
Adam Paul Valerius, Autistic Advocate, is a young adult who was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at the age of 12. Enthusiastic, keen to learn, and very insightful as to how his Asperger Syndrome effects his struggles with employment, Adam is excited for the opportunity to help others on the Autism Spectrum.
