Description
An Introduction to the Theory of Monotropism: To Support Autistic Young People, by Fergus Murray and Helen Edgar, is a free ebook exploring monotropism, the theory that autistic people tend to direct more energy and attention toward fewer interests at any one time (Murray, Lesser, & Lawson, 2005). Written for parents, carers and educators, it explains what monotropism means for the sensory system, communication, executive functioning and wellbeing, and reframes traits often labelled as “obsessions” or “stuck behaviour” as passions, flow states and vital ways of regulating. Each of the six key ideas comes with practical, low-demand suggestions for supporting autistic young people at home and at school, alongside a further reading list and signposting to trusted resources. Free to download.
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