{"product_id":"were-not-broken","title":"We're Not Broken","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook info:\u003c\/strong\u003e We're Not Broken (Hardcover, 1 pages – HarperCollins and Blackstone Publishing, 2021) – HarperCollins and Blackstone Publishing, 2021. Language: Eng.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCondition: Good\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this insightful exploration, Eric Garcia shares a vital message from the autistic community to those around them, including parents, educators, and healthcare professionals. Drawing from his personal experiences as a Latino autistic journalist, Garcia highlights the often-overlooked realities of living with autism in America. He critiques the mainstream media's narrow portrayals and misconceptions about autism, advocating for a more nuanced understanding that recognizes the diversity of autistic individuals. This edition encourages readers to appreciate autism as an integral part of identity rather than a condition needing to be cured.  Garcia delves into critical topics such as the systemic barriers faced by autistic people in areas like education and healthcare. By incorporating a variety of voices from the autistic community—encompassing different backgrounds and support needs—he emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the social and policy challenges that affect individuals on the spectrum, making this book an essential resource for anyone looking to foster a more inclusive environment for autistic individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eric Garcia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52369088708890,"sku":"9781665088411","price":87.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2699\/9322\/files\/81pElMJdU5L._SY522.jpg?v=1781767009","url":"https:\/\/medicampus.store\/products\/were-not-broken","provider":"medicampus.store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}