Connecting with the Autism Spectrum: How to Talk, How to Listen, and Why You Shouldn't Call It High-Functioning - Paperback
Connecting with the Autism Spectrum: How to Talk, How to Listen, and Why You Shouldn't Call It High-Functioning - Paperback
Description
by Casey Remrov Vormer (Author)
If you've ever wanted to truly connect with an autistic adult, but felt unsure how, this book offers the clear, compassionate roadmap you've been looking for.
Named one of the 2021 Best Books on Autism from ChoosingTherapy.com, Connecting With the Autism Spectrum gives you the confidence to speak and listen in ways that build trust, understanding, and mutual respect.
Written by Casey "Remrov" Vormer, an artist and autism advocate, this guide combines real-life perspective with practical autism communication skills so you can create more rewarding conversations in any setting. Vormer's approach moves beyond outdated labels like "high-functioning" or "low-functioning," offering instead a fresh lens on understanding autism in adults, grounded in acceptance, empathy, and actionable strategies.
In this book, you'll learn how to:
- Adapt to any environment - Guidance for home, school, work, and social gatherings so you can apply autism communication strategies where they matter most.
- Reduce frustration and misunderstandings - Tools to help both neurodiverse and neurotypical people feel heard, respected, and understood.
- Gain unmatched insight from lived experience - Advice rooted in the perspective of an autistic adult who's navigated these challenges firsthand.
Connecting With the Autism Spectrum is more than a guide. If you're ready to replace uncertainty with empathy, this book will help you make every conversation count.
Author Biography
Casey Vormer, a.k.a. Remrov, is a self-taught artist and autism advocate, who grew up in the Netherlands and immigrated to Montreal, Canada, in 2013. He enjoys giving presentations about autism to teachers, parents, and caregivers of kids and adults with autism. He also makes YouTube videos about autism and shares his life story with audiences interested in learning more. Find Casey's drawings at RemrovsArtwork.com and watch Casey's videos on YouTube at YouTube.com/c/RemrovsWorldofAutismVideos
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