HELPFUL RESOURCES
INFORMATION OVERLOAD
It is easy to fall into the deep hole of the internet to research neurodiversity and never come out.
THERAPIST AS GUIDE
One way to become informed is to soak in some information, process it with your therapist, and then see what makes sense to you.
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COUPLES CONTENT LIBRARY
Once you become a client, your therapist or coach will give you access to our password protected Couples Content Library with has additional exercises and information.
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For now, here are a few touchstones of organized content.
Neurodiverse Couples Counseling Center
Adult Autism Assessment Center
She Rocks the Spectrum
Therapy 4 Autistic Men
Believing Cassandra (for Neurotypical Partner)
Neurodiverse Couples Retreat
Books to INSPIRE you
These books contain deep insights about being different. They will make you laugh, cry and learn. Enjoy:
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
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Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend: A Novel Paperback by Matthew Dicks
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The Power of Different: The Link Between Disorder and Genius by Gail Saltz
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Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's by John Elder Robison
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We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation by Eric Garcia
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Books to INFORM you.
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These books are about making a neurodiverse relationship work. They can be hopeful and discouraging. Reading the books will help a little but most couples need to have an experienced professional walk you through the healing and growth process.
Aspergers in Love, Maxine Aston
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Marriage and Lasting Relationships with Asperger's Syndrome, Eva A. Mendes
Going Over the Edge? Practical Steps to Savings You and Your Relationship, Kathy J. Marshack
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Asperger Syndrome and Long-Term Relationships, Ashley Stanford
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Alone Together, Katrin Bentley
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Connecting With Your Asperger Partner: Negotiating the Maze of Intimacy, Louise Weston
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Loving Someone with Asperger's Syndrome: Understanding and Connecting with your Partner, Cindy Ariel PhD
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22 Things a Woman Must Know: If She Loves a Man With Asperger's Syndrome, Rudy Simone
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The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder), Tony Attwood
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Neurodiversity Network
https://www.neurodiversitynetwork.net/articles-websites
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Neurodiversity Hub
https://www.neurodiversityhub.org/
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Different Brains
https://www.differentbrains.org/resources/
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Vanderbilt University
https://www.vanderbilt.edu/autismandinnovation/neurodiversity-reading-list/
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Exceptional Individuals
https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/
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Neurodiversity at Work
https://ndpathways.org/neurodiversity-overview/
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Autism Spectrum News
https://autismspectrumnews.org/the-superpowers-of-neurodiverse-couples/​
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Tony Attwood's home page
http://www.tonyattwood.com.au/
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AANE (Asperger’s Association of New England)
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Autism Women’s Network, Inc
Here are some helpful blogosts, podcasts and articles:
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GENERAL
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Neurodiverse Love - Support Groups and Podcast
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How an Evaluation for Autism Can Reduce Anxiety in Your Relationship
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The Top 5 Things People in Neurodiverse Couples Should Know
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Embracing neurodiversity in relationships
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Are You in a Neurodivergent Marriage?
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Tips for Women in Relationships with Partners on the Autism Spectrum
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Lessons from an Aspergers-NT Marriage
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Neurodiverse PARTNER
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An Aspie’s Perspective on Neurodiverse Marriage
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What's so special about a Special Interest?
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Eye Contact: the Conversation within the Conversation
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Neurotypical PARTNER
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What I've learned in a Decade of Marriage
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Neurodiverse Marriage: How to Love a Partner with Autism
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Five Suggestions For Communicating With Your Asperger’s Partner
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“We need to embrace those who are different and the bullies need to be the ones who get off the bus,.”
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Caren Zucker, co-author of “In a Different Key”