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Sounds Fake But Okay

An Asexual and Aromantic Perspective on Love, Relationships, Sex, and Pretty Much Anything Else

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Drawing on personal anecdotes and interviews with the ace community, Sarah and Kayla are here to help you unlearn the norms of an allo world, navigate and nurture your relationships, and become more confident in your aspec identity.

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Perfectly Queer

An Illustrated Introduction

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

For allies and queer folks alike, delve a little further into all things LGBTQIA+ with this illustrated introduction. Full of clear information, activity pages, definitions and more, it covers topics including gender identity, assigned sex, sexual and romantic orientations, and common queer-ies.

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Pelvic Rehabilitation

The Manual Therapy and Exercise Guide across the Lifespan

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

This book presents paradigms and programs for pelvic health conditions over the lifespan from childhood to senior years, with medical pearls and storytelling. It includes new concepts and practices with the integration of Medical Therapeutic Yoga and Pilates into rehabilitation prescriptions, sexual medicine, and strategies for healing pain.

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Can't Not Won't

A Story About A Child Who Couldn't Go To School

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Eliza Fricker gets it. Deceptively simple, endearing, humorous and emotional illustrations following a family managing the early stages of school avoidance are designed to help parents feel seen, and empathetic writing and guidance gives essential advice and tips on navigating school avoidance for parents and professionals alike.

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Black and Dyslexic

An Anthology of Lived Experience from a Cultural Perspective

By Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Am I Trans Enough?

How to Overcome Your Doubts and Find Your Authentic Self

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Challenge your internalized transphobia and learn to embrace yourself, with words of wisdom and personal testimony from trans people from around the globe.

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Your Body is Awesome (2nd edition)

Body Respect for Children

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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The Pocket Guide to Neurodiversity

By Daniel Aherne; Illustrated by Tim Stringer
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A simple, accessible guide to neurodiversity, unpacking the four main diagnoses of autism, ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia. The book also explains some common co-occurring conditions, strengths and difficulties, and concepts such as spiky profiles, executive functioning and working memory.

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I Will Die On This Hill

Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book bridges the divide between #ActuallyAutistic activists and Autism Parents in the online community. Written by an author team with experience on both sides of the coin, Meghan Ashburn and Jules Edwards reflect on how they have resolved their differences to become firm friends, sharing insights and lessons learned along the way.

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Bisexual Men Exist

A Handbook for Bisexual, Pansexual and M-Spec Men

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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The Myofascial System in Form and Movement

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

In The Myofascial System in Form and Movement, Lauri Nemetz invites readers into the rich dialogue around movement, delving into anatomy, concepts of space, and the many other disciplines that are taking interest in the myofascial universe.

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Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person

A Parent’s Handbook to Supporting Newly Diagnosed Teens and Pre-Teens

By Cathy Wassell; Illustrated by Eliza Fricker; Foreword by Emily Burke
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An introductory guide for parents of older children and younger teenagers who may be autistic or have been recently diagnosed. Learn how to understand and advocate for your child, and create an environment in which they can thrive.

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Instrument-assisted Myofascial Therapy

Principles and Clinical Applications

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

A comprehensive and accessible guide to IAMT, covering the anatomy of the myofascial system; up to date scientific theory and research; practical applications of IAMT procedures; and integration of IAMT into the clinical decision-making process.

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Palliative Touch: Massage for People at the End of Life

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Massage can offer moments of comfort, wellbeing and beauty at a challenging time for patients and their loved ones. Palliative Touch is intended for anyone who might wish to support a dying client or loved one to feel better so that life can be lived to the fullest, right up until the end.

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Yoga Therapy across the Cancer Care Continuum

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Yoga Therapy Across the Cancer Care Continuum is essential reading for all those who are touched by cancer, exploring a model of evidence-informed yoga therapy integrated into health care and offering practical and professional considerations for yoga therapists who are working with cancer patients at any stage of their illness.

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Managing the Spino-Pelvic-Hip Complex

An Integrated Approach

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Carl Todd presents a complete management strategy for manual practitioners to use when dealing with issues pertaining to the spino-pelvic-hip complex. This book includes bio-psychosocial analysis models that can be used as diagnostic tools and includes strategies to complement treatments for active lifestyle management and more.

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ADHD an A-Z

Figuring it Out Step by Step

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This ADHD guide gives strategic advice on how to deal with issues young adults with ADHD may face, including: budgeting plans for impulsive spending, advice on rejection sensitive dysphoria, and body scans and CBT exercises, this book gives you everything you need to feel confident and supported throughout your ADHD diagnosis and beyond.

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To Be A Trans Man

Our Stories of Transition, Acceptance and Joy

Edited by Ezra Woodger
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A collection of trans men and transmasculine people on existing openly and joyfully. Topics covered include gender euphoria, finding your identity, dealing with judgement and expectations, finding a community and more.

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The Gender Friend

A 102 Guide to Gender Identity

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

More than a simple 101 introduction to gender, this definitive guide covers everything you need to know to be the best gender ally you can be - from affirming language, how to explore gender, supporting loved ones and advice on what not to say - with self-reflective exercise, personal anecdotes and example scenarios throughout.

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Fascia – What It Is, and Why It Matters, Second Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

This book is the second edition of Fascia: What It Is and Why It Matters. It focuses on the fundamentals of fascia as a tissue that surrounds, supports and permeates all the muscles, bones, nerves and organs.

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Riley the Brave's Sensational Senses

Help for Sensory and Emotional Challenges

By Jessica Sinarski; Illustrated by Zachary Kline
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Sensory and emotional challenges can make it tough to have fun - even at exciting places like the fair. All of the smells, sounds, and sights can just be too much! When sensory overload threatens to ruin the day, this brightly illustrated story will help families find their way through. Features an educational afterword for adults.

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What I Want to Talk About

How Autistic Special Interests Shape a Life

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An introduction to the autistic experience told through the lens of special interests. Popular autism advocate, Pete Wharmby, takes us on a tour of his passions, exploring the challenges of reaching adulthood without a diagnosis along the way.

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What are you staring at?

A Comic About Restorative Justice in Schools

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Created for use in schools, this comic follows the story of Jake and Ryan’s playground conflict and its eventual resolution through a restorative meeting with their teacher. Jake and Ryan’s story teaches children aged 8-13 the principles and benefits of restorative justice. A resource section for teachers is also included.

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Taking Off the Mask

Practical Exercises to Help Understand and Minimise the Effects of Autistic Camouflaging

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Combining lived experience with scientific research and practical advice, this book is the essential guide to understanding why you mask and how to feel confident without one. With expert advice on how to feel secure taking off your mask, this guide will give you all the tools you need to re-connect with yourself and the things you love.

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More Than Words

Promoting Race Equality and Tackling Racism in Schools

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Racism must be confronted in schools as it is during these formative years that young people develop their value systems. More Than Words is a practical tool to do just that. For educators — teachers, senior leaders, governors and support staff — it aims to help them look beyond fire-fighting racist incidents to create long-term systemic changes.

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Gay Man Talking

All the Conversations We Never Had

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Combining anecdotes, interviews and practical advice, this wise, witty and poignant book unpacks modern gay relationships, from parents, siblings and friends, to lovers, enemies and ourselves, to unpick stereotypes and explore how these relationships define gay men.

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The Ultimate Time Management Toolkit

25 Productivity Tools for Adults with ADHD and Chronically Busy People

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Written by the author of The Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit, this book focuses on practical methods and strategies, including creative worksheets and easy to use techniques, to help you find your motivation, achieve your goals and feel less stressed about organizing your time.

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The Seven Core Issues Workbook for Parents of Traumatized Children and Teens

A Guide to Help You Explore Feelings and Overcome Emotional Challenges in Your Family

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Dealing with the Seven Core Issues of Adoption and Permanency has never been easier than with this Seven Core Issues workbook for parents. Based on the framework of the highly popular Seven Core Issues US model, this workbook will help parents, and their families identify and resolve their core issues and bring about healing.

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Teaching Body Positive Yoga

A Guide to Inclusivity, Language and Props

By Donna Noble; Foreword by Jivana Heyman
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Donna Noble draws on years of experience teaching body positive yoga to help yoga teachers host truly inclusive classes. Covering the philosophy and history of the body positivity movement, as well as providing tips on language, touch, modifications for larger bodies and marketing for body-positive yoga classes, this is an inspiring resource for yoga teachers and trainees.

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Parenting Rewired

How to Raise a Happy Autistic Child in a Very Neurotypical World

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Packed with lived-experience insight and easy-to-follow advice this transformative guide will change how you view the behaviour of your autistic child and challenge you to rewire your thinking to see the world through the autistic lens, giving you all the tools you need to not only parent your autistic child, but also to understand them

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Me and My Dysphoria Monster

An Empowering Story to Help Children Cope with Gender Dysphoria

By Laura Kate Dale; Illustrated by Hui Qing Ang
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A beautifully illustrated picture book for young children about gender dysphoria, explaining what it is and how to deal with it. It contains a monster-themed short story and an accompanying guide for parents with terminology, the author’s experiences, and further information.

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What Your Autistic Child Wants You to Know

And How You Can Help Them

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Written by autistic academic and advocate, Maja Toudal, in collaboration with other autistic voices, this illuminating book explores a range of common situations and social interactions an autistic young person may experience and provides an insider’s guide into the child’s emotional life.

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The Red Beast

Helping Children on the Autism Spectrum to Cope with Angry Feelings

By Kay Al-Ghani; Illustrated by Haitham Al-Ghani
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Deep inside everyone, a red beast lies sleeping. The second edition of this vibrant, fully illustrated children’s storybook is written for children aged 4-9 has been updated with inclusive up-to-date language and new illustrations to make sure every child’s red beast can be tamed!

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The A-Z of Survival Strategies for Therapeutic Parents

From Chaos to Cake

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Shake It Up!

How to Be Young, Autistic, and Make an Impact

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book empowers autistic and neurodivergent teens to be confident advocates for their needs and beliefs. Featuring a cast of dynamic young autistic voices, this book provides tips, advice and a positive approach for neurodivergent teens making an impact.

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Letters from the Grief Club

How We Live With Loss

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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The Panda on PDA

A Children's Introduction to Pathological Demand Avoidance

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A positive and gentle introduction to PDA for children aged 3+. Panda describes the strengths and challenges of PDA, explaining how he finds it very hard to do what others ask him to do, but can thrive and live a playful, happy life when given the right support.

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The Fluid Nature of Being

Embodied Practices for Healing and Wholeness

Edited by Linda Hartley; Foreword by Martha Eddy and Don Hanlon Johnson
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing
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The Awesome Autistic Guide for Trans Teens

By Yenn Purkis and Sam Rose; Illustrated by Glynn Masterman
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

In this empowering guide, Yenn Purkis and Sam Rose set out honest advice and strategies to help autistic trans and/or gender divergent teens to thrive exactly as they are. Covering a huge range of topics including coming out, masking, building a sense of pride and much more, it is an essential resource for living happily and authentically.

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The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules, 10th Anniversary Edition

The Guide to Understanding Not-So-Obvious Neurotypical Social Norms for Autistic Tweens and Teens

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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