Living with PTSD on the autism spectrum : insightful analysis with practical applications /

"The relationship between autism and PTSD has historically been neglected in research and understanding but impacts the lives of many. Autistic people are intrinsically vulnerable to traumatic social situations and relationships, which can later manifest as PTSD. Navigating situations where one...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Authors: Morgan, Lisa, 1963- (Author), Donahue, Mary P. (Author)
Other Authors: Attwood, Tony (author of the foreword.)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2021.
Subjects:
Morgan, Lisa, > 1963- > Mental health.
Autism spectrum disorders > Patients.
Post-traumatic stress disorder > Patients.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Troubles du spectre de l'autisme > Patients.
État de stress post-traumatique > Patients.
Livres numériques.
e-books.
Mental health.
Electronic book collection.
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Living with PTSD on the Autism Spectrum
  • Cover
  • By the same author
  • Title Page
  • Copyright
  • Contents
  • Disclaimer
  • Foreword
  • Acknowledgments
  • Proviso
  • Preface
  • I.A History of ASD and PTSD
  • I. Autism
  • II. Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • III. Co-occurring diagnosis of ASD and PTSD
  • II. Autism Spectrum Disorder in Real Life
  • I. Diagnostic criteria
  • II. Neurological makeup
  • III. Inherent vulnerabilities
  • IV. Isolation
  • V. Lack of training in real-life situations
  • VI. Differential diagnoses
  • VII. High functioning
  • VIII. Masking
  • IX. What a healthy relationship looks like for ASD
  • III. Living with PTSD
  • I. Criteria/causes
  • II. Symptoms
  • III. Treatment
  • IV. ASD Meets PTSD
  • I. Similar symptoms
  • II. Smash-up
  • III. What can cause PTSD for an autistic person?
  • V. Research
  • From childhood to adulthood ...
  • I. Challenges to research
  • II. Self-advocacy
  • III. Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • IV. Future directions
  • VI. Types of Lived Trauma over Time
  • I. Rejected, ostracized, invisible
  • II. Loss of relationships over time
  • III. Everyday struggles
  • IV. Changes in routine
  • v. Overwhelming sensory input
  • VI. Suicidal ideation and other self-harm
  • VII. Exploitative Relationships
  • I. Bullying in childhood
  • II. Bullying in adulthood
  • III. Gaslighting
  • IV. Relationship with a narcissist
  • V. Interpersonal violence (aka: domestic violence)
  • VI. An important distinction between narcissistic and IPV abusers
  • VIII. Challenges in Recognizing Interpersonal Abuse in ASD
  • I. ASD/NT interactions
  • II. Myths
  • III. Social interactions
  • IV. Employment
  • V. Sexual abuse
  • IX. First Responders and Other Professionals
  • I. First, do no harm
  • II. Practical skills
  • III. Cultural competency
  • X. Finding a Helpful Therapeutic Approach
  • I. Review of models
  • II. Important components
  • III. Developing and maintaining trust
  • IV. Open communication
  • V. Processing therapy
  • VI. Patient rights
  • Hope for Health and Healing
  • Epilogue
  • References
  • About the Authors
  • Subject Index
  • Author Index

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