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Grief on the Autism Spectrum | Books on Sudden Loss | Navigating the Loss of a Mother | The Death of a Parent | Neurodivergence and Grief

Grief on the Autism Spectrum | Loss | Change

Sharing Our Lived Experience of Autism Worldwide

AUTISTIC WOMEN EVERYWHERE

Books on Ways to Cope with Grief _ inner

Grieving a Mother

Autistic people grieve differently. Many on the autism spectrum feel so profoundly that they are overwhelmed by their emotions and cannot function through them. Autism can be like an invisible landmine. If someone doesn't know they are autistic, the landmine can be unwittingly detonated, regardless of their functioning. Circumstances can change, and when they do, one may need more support than imagined. 

inner riches - an autistic woman's story of love & motherloss by Michelle Dorothy Riksman is available now on Amazon

"If ever 'proof' was needed of how intensely autistic women can experience emotion - this is it."

V. Hughes - Amazon Customer

"Inner Riches is a deeply personal, raw, and emotionally charged retelling of the author’s grief-stricken journey after suffering an insurmountable loss. Through touching memories and detailed stories, Inner Riches not only offers a glimpse into a truly unique relationship between a mother and her daughter, but reminds us all that ‘letting go’ does not equate to ‘leaving behind’. This volume is a powerful read for anyone who has experienced significant loss, and an inspiring message for those whose experience of grief is yet to come."

Dr David-Jack Fletcher, Author and Academic

Healing Through Grief

Books on Ways to Cope with Grief | inner riches by AWE Founder Michelle Dorothy Riksman | Healing After Loss

Are You Grieving? Are You Autistic? Or Do You Love Someone on the Autism Spectrum? This heartwarming memoir tells the story of an extraordinary bond between a mother and daughter. It will move you to tears in one moment and surprise you with amusement in the next. When Michelle suffers the traumatic, sudden death of her mother, she is inconsolable. Grief on the autism spectrum is not often discussed. Contrary to many myths, this book demonstrates how autistic people deeply feel. It mines the depth of human emotion and is like no other book about grief. Experience Michelle's transformation following her late diagnosis of autism and gain deeper insight into the emotional lives of autistic women. At the same time, discover unique strategies for healing after loss. If you are grieving, autistic or not, this book will give you comfort, hope, even inspiration, as it shows us that death is not the termination of all possible connection between us and those we love so dearly.

inner riches - an autistic woman's story of love & motherloss | Synopsis

"This book has touched people from all walks of life. Those on and off the spectrum."

S I Anderson PhD

"Thank you for writing this book.

It's my companion right now."

A. James

For Many More Reviews and an Interview with Author Michelle Dorothy Riksman on Writing inner riches, Visit:

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