Olga Bogdashina
Olga Bogdashina, MA Education (Autism), PhD (Linguistics) has worked extensively in the field of autism as teacher, lecturer and researcher, with a particular interest in sensory-perceptual and communication problems in autism. Since 1994, she has been the director of the first Day Centre for autistic children in Ukraine and the President of the Autism Society, Ukraine. Olga teaches and lectures around the world. She is currently a Visiting Lecturer at Birmingham University and Consultant Psychologist for Services for Adults with Autism, UK. She has an adult son with autism.
The Theory of Mind and the Triad of Perspective on Autism and Asperger Syndrome: A View from the Bridge
Inspired by the often uncomfortable interplay between autistic individuals, parents and professionals in understanding autistic spectrum conditions, Olga Bogdashina uses the concept of Theory of Mind... (more)
Autism and the Edges of the Known World: Sensitivities, Language, and Constructed Reality
In this intelligent and incisive book, Olga Bogdashina explores old and new theories of sensory perception and communication in autism. Drawing on linguistics, philosophy, neuroscience, psychology,... (more)
Autism and Spirituality: Psyche, Self and Spirit in People on the Autism Spectrum
It is a common assumption that as a result of their neurological, cognitive and social challenges, people on the autism spectrum are unable to comprehend the meaning and significance of spirituality... (more)
Sensory Perceptual Issues in Autism and Asperger Syndrome: Different Sensory Experiences - Different Perceptual Worlds: Second Edition
Completely revised and updated, this book focuses on sensory perceptual problems as identified by individuals on the autism spectrum. Despite frequently being identified by individuals with autism as... (more)
