Autism Explained: Everything You Need to Know About Autism.
About this audiobook
Autism is one of the most misunderstood neurodevelopmental conditions, yet millions of autistic children and adults live rich, meaningful and successful lives. The key to helping them thrive is understanding.
In Autism Explained, autism specialist Sally Green takes you on a clear, evidence-based journey through everything you need to know about autism. Drawing on current research and years of experience in special educational needs, this practical guide explains how autism affects communication, sensory processing, emotional regulation, learning, relationships and everyday life.
Whether you're a parent, teacher, healthcare professional, carer or an autistic person seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, this audiobook provides compassionate, science-based answers without jargon or myths.
Inside, you'll discover:
• What autism is—and what it isn't
• The latest science behind autism
• Early signs in children and adults
• Autism in girls, women and late diagnosis
• Sensory processing, masking and autistic burnout
• Meltdowns, shutdowns and emotional regulation
• Autism and ADHD, anxiety and other co-occurring conditions
• Practical strategies for home, school and work
• Evidence-based approaches that genuinely help
• How to build confidence, independence and wellbeing
Balanced, accessible and reassuring, Autism Explained replaces myths with knowledge and uncertainty with understanding. Whether you're supporting someone you love or learning more about yourself, this audiobook will help you see autism through a more informed, compassionate and empowering lens.
About the author
Sally Green MSc is a qualified SEN teacher, experienced SENCO and autism specialist with more than a decade of experience supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. She holds a Master's degree and the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO), and has worked across education, local authority services and specialist SEND provision.
Throughout her career, Jennifer has supported autistic children and young people with a wide range of strengths and needs, working closely with families, schools and multidisciplinary professionals to create practical, evidence-based support that improves everyday life.
Passionate about making complex topics easy to understand, Jennifer writes accessible, research-informed books that combine the latest evidence with real-world experience. Her aim is to give parents, educators, carers and professionals the knowledge and confidence to better understand neurodiversity and help every child reach their full potential.
When she's not writing, Jennifer continues to advocate for inclusive education and practical approaches that empower autistic children, young people and their families.
