The Routledge Handbook of Neurodiversity and Applied Linguistics

This handbook is an innovative and comprehensive survey of the emerging body of thought at the intersection of neurodiversity studies and applied linguistics. The book brings together thinkers and researchers from a range of fields to offer a nuanced exploration of how neurodiversity theory can inform and enhance applied linguistics. The volume is divided into five sections, each examining a different dimension of this intersection of research areas:

• Personal experience

• Theoretical foundations

• Pedagogical considerations

• Empirical advances

• Creativity

Taken as a whole, the handbook offers a dynamic research agenda for neurodiversity studies and applied linguistics, incorporating research findings, practical insights, evidence-based strategies for fostering inclusive language practices, and directions for future interdisciplinary research. This volume is a valuable resource for students and scholars in applied linguistics, as well as related fields such as psychology, education, and speech-language therapy.