At the heart of autism: Clear guide and personal experiences

By Steve Dupuis

At the Heart of Autism is a deeply human, clear, and structured guide designed for autistic individuals, their loved ones, and anyone seeking a true understanding of the unique neurological functioning of ASD. Through simple explanations, concrete examples, and numerous personal stories, this book reveals-openly and without medical jargon-the daily lives of many autistic people.

The guide introduces the essential concepts of ASD before exploring everyday realities: sensory challenges, emotional regulation, memory, focus, routines, mental fatigue, and special interests. The author demonstrates how certain situations can become difficult or exhausting, while offering practical and accessible strategies to live in harmony with one's own functioning. With respect and authenticity, the book also addresses the workplace, identity, and social, platonic, or intimate relationships.

Finally, it emphasizes the importance of a diagnosis-not as a label, but as a tool to better understand one's strengths, limitations, and needs. A diagnosis provides access to better services, allows for well-founded accommodation requests, and helps build a more balanced life aligned with one's true self.

At the Heart of Autism is not a medical or scientific manual; it is a human, authentic, and profoundly enlightening book. Thanks to crystal-clear explanations, compelling examples, and poignant testimonials, it offers a direct and sincere window into the sensory, cognitive, and emotional world of ASD.

This is an essential work for anyone wishing to understand autism from the inside out, develop more harmonious relationships, and effectively support autistic individuals in their daily lives.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GVDKF8SB
• ISBN13: 9798254168744
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"