num_pages: 248
description: The face of autism is changing. And more often than we realize that face is wearing lipstick. Autism in Heels an intimate memoir reveals the woman inside one of autism's most prominent figures Jennifer O'Toole. At the age of thirty-five Jennifer was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome and for the first time in her life things made sense. Now Jennifer exposes the constant struggle between carefully crafted persona and authentic existence editing the autism script with wit candor passion and power. Her journey is one of reverse-self-discovery not only as an Aspie but--more importantly--as a thoroughly modern woman.Beyond being a memoir Autism in Heels is a love letter to all women. It's a conversation starter. A game changer. And a firsthand account of what it is to walk in Jennifer's shoes (especially those iconic red stilettos).Whether it's bad perms or body image sexuality or self-esteem Jennifer's is as much a human journey as one on the spectrum. Because autism looks a bit different in pink most girls and women who fit the profile are not identified facing years of avoidable anxiety eating disorders volatile relationships self-harm and stunted independence. Jennifer has been there too. Autism in Heels takes that message to the mainstream.From her own struggles and self-discovery she has built an empire of empowerment inspiring women the world over to realize they aren't mistakes. They are misunderstood miracles.
language: English
title: Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum
publisher: Skyhorse