Although autism has been a diagnosis for 80 years, autistic people and their culture have always been here, a powerful, dynamic force as old as humanity. But autistic people have been pushed to conform, mask, and mold themselves into the neurotypical ideal, often at great personal cost.

In The Joy of Autistic Culture, Dr. Angela Kingdon invites us to lean into neurodiversity and recognize autistic people and their profound contributions to our shared human experience. Whether you are autistic, know someone who is, or simply wish to understand this growing movement, Dr. Kingdon invites you to explore the unique values, norms, language, and creative expressions that make autistic culture truly remarkable and see autism through a new, empowering lens.

Through stories, analysis, and calls to action, The Joy of Autistic Culture delves into the heart of autistic life and celebrates all the unique ways autistic culture shapes the world. Autistic people and allies alike will be inspired to embrace a movement that amplifies autistic voices and brings them to the forefront.