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A Grand Love

Stories for Grandparents of Transgender Grandchildren

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A guide for grandparents of trans children, written by Janna Barkin - mother to a trans son, and advocate for gender diverse people and their families - with interviews and stories from grandparents and children, a glossary of terms related to gender identity and further resources and reading.

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The Secret Life of Rose

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Young, Autistic and ADHD

Moving into adulthood when you’re multiply-neurodivergent

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Autistic ADHDer Sarah Boon opens the door on what it’s like as a young autistic ADHDer. Sharing invaluable tips and tricks that she has picked up along the way, this book is a companion guide to thriving when multiply neurodivergent.

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This is Who I Am

The Autistic Woman’s Creative Guide to Belonging

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An explorative guide for women to help them work through the challenges arising from late autism discovery including understanding past behaviours, accessing support and developing a positive identity. Interweaving stories of lived experience with practical activities, this is the ideal dip-in/dip-out guide to achieving autistic self-acceptance.

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Experiential Anatomy

Therapeutic Applications of Embodied Movement and Awareness

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

An illustrated guide to mindful practices using experiential anatomy and yoga therapy to promote self-regulation and positive neuroplastic changes. This book teaches movement professionals and students how to deepen functional interoceptive awareness to compassionately explore and repattern habits of breath, alignment and movement.

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Being Autistic (And What That Actually Means)

By Niamh Garvey; Illustrated by Rebecca Burgess
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Written by autistic author, Niamh Garvey, with lively illustrations throughout, this is the ultimate guide for 8-12-year-olds to learn all about what being autistic actually means.

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Conversations with Monsters

On mortality, creativity and neurodivergent survival

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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The Teen's Guide to PDA

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An illustrated guide to PDA for teens, written by Laura Kerbey, an autism consultant with over 20 years experience, and illustrated by Sunday Times bestselling author and PDA parent Eliza Fricker. Chapters include: managing anxiety, family and friends, sex and relationships, risky behaviours and gender identity and sexuality.

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Raising Capable Kids

The 12 Habits Every Parent Needs Regardless of their Child's Label or Challenge

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A guide for parents to raising children who have been diagnosed as “different' - written by a parent and expert in educational psychology, with guidance on how to understand your child’s strengths and difficulties, set realistic and ambitious expectations and support and challenge them when needed.

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Navigating PDA in America

A Framework to Support Anxious, Demand-Avoidant Autistic Children, Teens and Young Adults

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A primer explaining the anxious, demand avoidant, autistic profile known as PDA and a framework for supporting a child, teen or young adult who fits this profile at home, school and in the community.

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Just the Job!

A Light-Hearted Guide to Office Life for the Autistic Employee

Illustrated by Tim Stringer; By Maura Campbell and Debby Elley; Foreword by Sharon Didrichsen
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A humorously illustrated guide to office life for the autistic employee, with advice on navigating the world of office-speak, endless meetings, workplace relationships, banter and bullying, to help you become the best advocate for yourself at work (and an expert on your non autistic colleagues).

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Balanced Ligamentous Tension in Osteopathic Practice

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Balanced Ligamentous Tension has been welcomed by osteopaths worldwide who seek to work precisely but with patient comfort and safety. As well as giving technical guidance and acting as a reference, this book seeks to nurture understanding of the reciprocal relationship between structural integrity and healthy function in the body.

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Arriving Late

The lived experience of women receiving a late autism diagnosis

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Autistic advocate, Jodi Lamanna, explores the voices of late diagnosed autistic women from across the world.

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No Labels Here

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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It Ain't Over Til the Bisexual Speaks

An Anthology of Bisexual Voices

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An essay collection exploring the diversity of bisexual identity - as it relates to class, religion, ethnicity, religion, sex and politics - and how it can disrupt and challenge binary and exclusionary ways of thinking. Erudite, provocative, and wide-ranging, this is both a call to action and a middle finger to bi-erasure.

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How to Raise Happy Neurofabulous Children

A Parents' Guide

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Parenting any child is filled with its own wonders and challenges. This is an invaluable resource to gain insight and advice into raising autistic children, from a fellow parent. Easy to follow, supportive and refreshingly direct, this guide empowers you to explore what works best for you and your child.

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Forging Queer Leaders

How the LGBTQIA+ Community Creates Impact from Adversity

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An inspirational guide to LGBTQ+ leadership, with a history of queer leadership, an exploration of how adversity can develop management superpowers and inspirational stories from queer leaders in diverse careers.

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Armchair Conversations on Love and Autism

Secrets of Happy Neurodiverse Couples

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

ACS counselling expert Eva Mendes takes us on a journey through 20 neurodiverse relationships and the unique strengths that drive them. Offering best practice advice and strategies on how to thrive in your relationship, Eva works to identify common themes amongst autistic relationships and irons out the widespread myths surrounding them.

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Yoga – Anticolonial Philosophy

An Action-Focused Guide to Practice

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

A decolonial guide to yoga from an expert in Indian moral philosophy and Yoga, with exploration and advice on unlearning colonialism, learning the activism of Yoga from various sources such as the Yoga Sūtra and Bhagavad gītā, and how to bring authenticity into your daily practice.

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Caring for Prostate Cancer Survivors

A Biopsychosocial Approach in Physiotherapy and Oncology Practice

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book provides a holistic and comprehensive approach to prostate cancer recovery by exploring the biological, surgical, psychological and social wellbeing of prostate cancer survivors. It is full of actionable advice, practical strategies and handouts, and includes a comprehensive and accessible Q&A by two esteemed urologists.

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The OCD Recovery Journal

Creative Activities to Keep Yourself Well

By Cara Lisette and Phoebe Webb; Illustrated by Victoria Barron; Foreword by Ashley Fulwood
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

The OCD Recovery Journal is for anybody struggling to stay motivated while managing the challenges of OCD. With journaling prompts and creative activities to help you take control of your OCD and care for yourself in the process, this journal is yours to be as free and imaginative with as you wish.

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Rainbows, Unicorns, and Triangles

Queer Symbols Throughout History

By Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An illustrated guide to LGBTQIA2S+ codes and symbols for children 5+. With an exploration of queer underground culture throughout history to the present day, and questions for further discussion, this is a perfect guide for parents and teachers alike.

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Everyday Ways to Connect with Your Adopted or Fostered Child

Over 200 Quick and Simple Ways to Build Relationships and Open Conversations

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A lifeline for parents of adopted or fostered children looking for simple and easy to use therapeutic parenting ideas and activities. This book features creative strategies that will help you to nurture a strong connection with your child, based on trust, compassion, and safety.

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The Lifestyle Medicine Toolbox

Mind-Body Approaches for Health Promotion

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This practical resource provides professionals with a holistic toolbox on how to promote integrative lifestyle medicine with their clients. Focussing on the 6 primary lifestyle medicine factors of nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, addiction and social connectedness, it promotes sustainable mind-body healing with actionable advice and strategies.

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The Awesome Autistic Guide to Other Humans

Relationships with Friends and Family

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This awesome guide provides practical tips and guidance on how autistic young people can form positive friendships and understand all the relationships in their lives!

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The Awesome Autistic Guide to Feelings and Emotions

Finding Your Comfort Zone

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This awesome guide provides practical tips and guidance on how to regulate emotions and discover their comfort zone.

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The Awesome Autistic Guide to Being Proud

Feeling Good About Who You Are

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This awesome guide introduces autistic kids to the autistic community and promotes positive self-image by encouraging them to take pride in their identity and find their own place in the community.

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The Autistic Survival Guide to Therapy

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Steph Jones uses her professional and lived experience to explore everything she wished she had have known about being autistic and in therapy. Covering everything from red flags, the often asked “is it autism or trauma?' and ableism in therapy, setting boundaries and investigating how therapists can become neurodivergent affirming.

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Roots and Rebellion

Personal Stories of Resisting Racism and Reclaiming Identity

Foreword by Dr Arun Verma; By Various Authors; Edited by Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

From the winners of the JKP Writing Prize, this anthology of stories speaks to the humanity and bravery found in resistance against racism and the various ways it can manifest. Spanning generations, cultures, and communities, these prize-winning personal essays explore what it means to reclaim identity through personal, heartfelt resistance.

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Autistic and Black

Our Experiences of Growth, Progress and Empowerment

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Kala Allen Omeiza explores what it means to be Black and autistic in this insightful and vitally important book. With contributions from across the world, this book dives deep into topics from BLM to anti-Black racism and mental health negligence.

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