Speed is Emotional – Post Show Resources
Speed is Emotional – Post Show Resources
Silo Theatre
17.04.2025
If you're looking for some support or more information after experiencing Speed is Emotional, we recommend exploring these resources, compiled by the production's Access Writer, Pelenakeke Brown. Click the titles below for more information
Autism NZ
Provides services and support, education and information on autism for autistic people and family/whānau, caregivers, and professionals who engage with them
I Am Autistic and This Is ADHD by Chanelle Moriah
Two excellent, illustrated and very accessible books which can help whānau to understand ADHD and autism better. Also useful for individuals to understand ourselves.
Mind Over Manner
A charity organisation that presents public workshops to strengthen communication and connection with teenagers who think, learn, and work differently, including undiagnosed high functioning or diagnosed with such labels as high-functioning, OCD, ADHD, Dyspraxia, ADD, ODD, and others.
ADHD New Zealand
Autistic People of Aotearoa Facebook group
Auckland Peer Group
An independent, diverse group of Autistic folk who like to meet up. The group offers an opportunity to meet with others and share experiences, in a friendly laid back atmosphere.
Books recommended by neurodiverse folks:
NeuroTribes by Steve Silberman
I Will Die On This Hill by Megan Ashburn and Jules Edwards
Resilience for Preteens and Teenagers by Jennette Purkis and Emma Goodall
Unmasking Autism by Devon Price
A Kind of Spark by Elle McNicoll
Keedie by Elle McNicoll
Beyond Behaviours by Mona Delahooke
Demystifying Disability by Emily Ladau
Communicating Better with People on the Autism Spectrum by Paddy Joe Moran