![]() ![]() What was he trying to accomplish as an author of Neurotribes? If you have had the opportunity to “hang out” with autistic people as a professional or family member, what have you learned that you could not have learned in other ways?ģ) There are “two sides to the coin” of enthusiasms, one side offers many opportunities and possibilities, but the other may present challenges to service providers and family members. How did these experiences influence Steve’s motivation to write Neurotribes. Continue the Discussionġ) Why does Steve Silberman (and Dave) see Neurotribes and Uniquely Human as “companion” volumes? If you have read these books, do you agree with this description?Ģ) Steve talks about how he came to know about autism by “hanging out” with autistic people. ![]() ![]() We welcome bestselling science writer Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity, to discuss building bridges of understanding between autistic and neurotypical people.Īfterwards, we discuss the significance and value of autistic enthusiasms, or special interests. ![]()
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