Viv Dawes is an autistic and ADHD lived experience advocate, writer, public speaker and trainer with over 25 years experience working with vulnerable neurodivergent people, including as a Senior Practitioner in the NHS. Viv has been a keynote speaker for Surrey CC and delivered a talk on autistic burnout at the 2024 London Autism Show. Viv regularly delivers training for various organisations including the YMCA and CAMHs and started the Autistic Burnout Network.
Description
Maybe you've heard of autistic burnout before and want to learn more, or maybe you're feeling burnt out right now and really need help - however this book finds you, it's here to help. In this informative and supportive guide, autistic author and advocate, Viv Dawes, gently provides you with all the information you need about autistic burnout: what causes it, how to prevent it and what helps with recovery. Including artwork from an autistic teen illustrator as well as first person lived experience stories, it will show you that you're not alone. Let's shed some light on how you're feeling and explore all the ideas and strategies that will help you to feel better.