Embodied Neurodivergence: Resources, Readings, and Reflections 

This page contains resources on Embodied Neurodivergence, as well as our posts on the topic and some suggested reading. What is embodied neurodivergence? It’s all the very real ways that being neurodivergent shows up in our bodies, our minds, and our lives—connecting both the mental and physical experience of neurodivergence.

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    If you’d like to read more of our thoughts, here is a carousel of some of our most recent posts on embodied neurodivergence. Below that are further resources and suggestions. You can also see all of our posts on this topic at its category page.

    Resources on Embodied Neurodivergence

    Want to learn more about this topic? These are educational resources that we have personally vetted—no spam to be found here. If you’re still new to this topic, start with the resources on the first list. For those more familiar, the second list has more in-depth resources.

    Covering the basics: 

    A deeper dive: 

    Do you know of other resources that would be a good fit for this list? Reach out to ash@ashtonrosewrites.com, and we’ll take a look and let you know if we want to add it!

    Recommended reading: 

    (and viewing, listening, etc.) 

    Unmasking Autism by Devon Price 

    “A deep dive into the spectrum of Autistic experience and the phenomenon of masked Autism, giving individuals the tools to safely uncover their true selves while broadening society’s narrow understanding of neurodiversity”

    Think Differently: A Neurodiversity Reading List by the Santa Clara City Library 

    “March 21-27, 2022, is Neurodiversity Celebration Week. Neurodiversity ‘describes the idea that people experience and interact with the world around them in many different ways,’ according to Harvard Health. Examples of neurodiversity include but are not limited to ADHD, autism, dyslexia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Tourette syndrome.”

    Neurodivergent Book Lover’s Gift Guide by Kenna F on Neurodiverging 

    “We’re big readers over here at Neurodiverging, and we especially love checking out books by and for neurodivergent people. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a loved one this holiday, I have some recommendations for books you can add to your gift list. These books offer something to improve the lives of autistic and neurodivergent readers, from helping you reimagine your relationship with money to helping you tackle difficult conversations.”

    11 Picture Books That Teach About Neurodiversity by PBS 

    “Our brains process information differently. Neurodiversity refers to how people’s minds experience and interact with the world around them. Being neurodivergent might include anxiety, dyslexia, dyscalculia, autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or other neurological, developmental, or emotional differences.

    I’m glad there’s more research and awareness of what it means to be neurodivergent. There is no “right” way that the brain works, but it’s a good idea to talk to your children about these differences so that they are understanding and compassionate about the many ways our minds function.”

    Including my own books: 

    Each of these topics is important to me, which also means they show up in my own novels. If you want to follow the adventures of four queer characters with different kinds of neurodivergent brains, start with Curious Minds!

    You can also see my guide on where to start with my novels.

    Other topics to learn about: