Living with PTSD on the Autism Spectrum: Insightful Analysis with Practical Applications

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Lisa Morgan Mary Donahue

Living with PTSD on the Autism Spectrum

Insightful Analysis with Practical Applications

Lisa Morgan, Mary Donahue

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Jessica Kingsley Publishers
21 September 2020

Clinical psychology; Trauma & shock

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 feels entirely at odds can lead seemingly commonplace events to be processed as traumatic experiences.

In this unique collaboration, Lisa Morgan and Mary Donahue explore PTSD in autistic adults as patient and practitioner. Lisa shares her personal experiences as an autistic adult, reflecting on emotionally traumatic events and their effect on her daily life. Mary examines the challenges surrounding diagnosis, reworking and developing communication and clarifying the symptoms of PTSD within the autistic population.

Combining lived experience with professional expertise, this clear and accessible guide will provide a better understanding of autism and PTSD, providing support and direction to autistic adults processing trauma and those involved in their care.

By: Lisa Morgan, Mary Donahue
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 228mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 376g
ISBN: 9781787750500
ISBN 10: 1787750507
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 21 September 2020
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. History of ASD/PTSD 2. Living with an ASD 3. Living with PTSD 4. ASD meets PTSD 5. Research 6. Types of Lived Trauma over Time 7. Exploitative Relationships 8. Challenges in Recognising Interpersonal Abuse in ASD 9. First Responders and Other Professionals 10. Finding a Helpful Therapeutic Approach

Lisa Morgan is a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) and holds a Master's degree in the Art of Teaching in Special Education. She has previously authored Living Through Suicide Loss with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (JKP 2016) and is a senior editor for the Spectrum Women online magazine. She also is co-chair of the Autism and Suicide committee of the American Association of Suicidology (AAS). Mary P. Donahue, Ph.D is a psychologist specialising in trauma and loss and working in private practice. She is a collaborator for The Center for Grieving Children and has developed specialised 'Providing a Safe Shoulder' training for helpers wishing to assist victims of domestic abuse. She is also a Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Volunteer, and is the author of three books for teens on bullying, disability and domestic violence.

Reviews for Living with PTSD on the Autism Spectrum: Insightful Analysis with Practical Applications

Dual diagnosis of autism with trauma is under-researched, widely misunderstood, and yet a common presentation in clinics around the world. Lisa and Mary's book, being based on current research, lived experience and a successful therapeutic relationship, fills a large gap in the literature. I highly recommend this book to anyone in the autism field, including autistic individuals who have experienced trauma, and their loved ones. -- Dr Michelle Garnett - Clinical Psychologist and Autism Consultant