Stereotypically Autistic? (Paperback)

Paperback. Fictional representations of autism hold immense power over social perception, and yet such portrayals often remain stereotypical and one-sided. Based on discourse theory, Eva Charlotte Hesse explores the origins of autism stereotypes with regard to ideas of normality and deviance, their impact on the lives of autistic individuals, and the controversy surrounding autism definition. She offers criteria for the evaluation of autism portrayals while also pointing out prejudices and underlying power structures in the light of new medical findings, thus providing a critical perspective on current developments within the autism discourse. Awareness for autism is rising but fictional portrayals remain for the most part one-sided and stereotypical. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.