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Moving Forward

Reflections on Autism, Neurodiversity, Brain Surgery, and Faith

Jacki Edry 

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Description

When I awoke from brain surgery, I discovered I had scrambled senses and a neurodivergent mind. I embarked on a fascinating journey to recovery, filled with valuable insights into autism and neurodiversity.

Moving Forward takes you on this journey, exploring the worlds of autism, neurodiversity, brain surgery recovery, and faith. It provides a rare glimpse into how sensory and neurological processing affect functioning and thought through the eyes of a professional, parent, and woman who has experienced neurological challenges firsthand.

This book presents an informative, emotional, and empowering account of the challenges and struggles on the road to recovery- as well as the search for understanding, meaning, and faith. It enables you to step into the shoes of someone who has endured the types of sensory irregularities commonly experienced by people diagnosed with varying forms of neurodiversity - including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Irlen Syndrome, Auditory Processing Disorder, and more, and to gain understanding as to how to cope with these challenges and to compensate for them.

Moving Forward will enlighten parents, professionals, and family members to understand and assist the neurodivergent people they work with and love.

Product Details

PublisherJacki Edry
Publish DateMarch 20, 2021
Pages188
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconPaperback / softback
EAN/UPC9789655995237
Dimensions8.0 X 5.0 X 0.4 inches | 0.5 pounds

About the Author

Jacki Edry published her first book, "Moving Forward: Reflections on Autism, Neurodiversity, Brain Surgery, and Faith," and launched her blog in 2021. She has been exploring the world of autism and neurodiversity for over thirty-five years. She enjoys sharing her knowledge about neurodiversity, sensory processing, and education through speaking and teaching engagements for diverse, global audiences. Jacki is also neurodistinct and the parent of neurodivergent children. She survived complex brain surgery, which greatly affected her sensory and perceptual abilities. Sharing the insights she gained from her lived experience has been the driving force behind her work. Jacki has spent many years advocating for inclusion and educational reform. In 2023, ND By Design, powered by Dynamis, chose her as one of the top 50 neurodiversity evangelists. Jacki was born and raised in NY. Upon completing her studies at Hampshire College, she made Aliyah to Israel, where she resides with her husband, children, and dogs.

Reviews

"Moving Forward is an extraordinary tale that takes us on a transformative journey filled with emotion and profound insights. It is a story that captures the essence of the human experience, challenging our perspectives. Together, let us raise our voices in appreciation of this captivating story that has touched our lives in ways beyond measure." Aspika

"Moving Forward is an intimate account of one women's experience of brain surgery, parenting neurodivergent children, and living in God's light. Jacki shares her intersecting experience of disability and neurodivergence, parenthood and healing, and those who read it are all the better for it." Katie Munday, Aucademy

"If you are interested in sensemaking this is an illuminating book. It gives you practical tools to understand the biological, mental, and spiritual processes involved. If you know that reading a book is an opportunity to live an otherwise not lived life, you will appreciate stepping into the shoes and mind of this strong Israeli woman, who can teach you beauty, faith, and resilience." Gabor Por, Jewish Book World

Jacki's book gives a fascinating glimpse into a world few of us know anything about. The title sums up the optimism in the face of the many problems she has encountered, and her book is a truly inspiring read." Gloria Deutsch, ESRA Magazine

" Jacki successfully takes a negative life experience and turns it into a positive and uplifting one." Chani Schreibhand, Uplift Magazine

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