do you like reading books about autism?

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and do you like buying autistic related jewlery, like a bracelet or a necklace with a puzzle, or a purse with a puzzle? which do you like best?
i'd rather read books on autism.

I don't wear any jewlery of any kind. Not even a watch. Not that I would ever buy trivial things just because they were vaguely related to Autism (it's not that great .

But I have read, and do read a lot of books relating to Autism and Aspergers. Mostly because I'm still learning about it, and it is quite interesting in its own way.

It depends, because either it is portrayed correctly or it isn't.

Have read many books on autism. I do not wear any jewelry except for my medical alert tag.

I own about 25 books regarding autism; 5 of which are about the philosophical aspects of neurodiversity and autism acceptance. One about the perspectives of the biomedical model (DAN!, anti-vaccination movement and alternative treatments) of autism. One about savant syndrome and giftedness, 4 regarding the whole broad spectrum of autism including it's general history, and other various medical perspectives. The rest regard issues relating to Asperger's syndrome specifically.

I've read a few books on autism too, mostly in English, partly because I like to read books in English when it's not that hard: no difficult plot, not too scientific. This way I can practise the language and learn about a lot of interesting things at the same time (twice motivated).

I read book on autism because I think they give me useful tools and great food for thought about my condition and how to live a more fulfilling life. My current reading is The Asperger Social Guide
How to Relate to Anyone in any Social Situation as an Adult with Asperger's Syndrome, it is written by two adults with AS and for a self-help book it is really nice. I was advised it by the psychologist who diagnosed me.

I don't where pins, jewellery, etc. because I don't want everyone to know of my condition (though things like the puzzle symbol are specific enough that people who recognize it are quite likely to have a genuine acceptance and interest in the topic), and because I primarily want to relate to other people as a unique person and not as someone with the "asperger" label. AS is an aspect of me and I can mention it in conversation with people when I find it comfortable, but I don't want to present it as my main social identity.

I don't wear jewellery of any kind too, but I used to wear a watch with an orange strip. A bit unusual, I know, but orange is one of my favorite colors. Sensory-wise is better to wear nothing without a function.

I have read quite a few books about autism, but I have never bought or worn jewellery etc. relating to autism. To be honest I see books about autism and jewellery related to autism as two separate things- books impart information, jewellery I couldn't say what the function is. If its part of a movement raising awareness etc. of autism then I guess that's a good thing. I think I agree with one of the posters above though, autism is just one aspect of a person, not the whole. Now I'm imagining trying to obtain and wear/display merchandise related to all things could consider 'aspects' of self, from diagnoses to tastes in soft drinks. Seems as though it would be difficult.

I don’t wear any jewelry, including watches or even a wedding ring. First, it’s uncomfortable. Second, I will play with the dang thing (take it off, put it on, clasp it, unclasp it) until it eventually falls off and I lose it. Which is what happened to my wedding ring

I have read numerous books (see below). I am currently reading a book my wife bought, “Loving Someone with Asperger’s Syndrome” by Cindy Ariel. Based upon a recent posting, I am also planning to read, “Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adult Asperger Syndrome” by Valerie Gaus.

Books I have read to far:
- Asperger's from the Inside Out (Michael John Carley)
- Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's (John Elder Robison)
- The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome (Tony Atwood)
- Asperger Syndrome and Long-Term Relationships (Ashley Stanford)
- Thinking in Pictures (Temple Grandin)
- Solutions For Adults With Asperger Syndrome (Juanita P. Lovett)
- Misdiagnosis and Dual Diagnoses of Gifted Children and Adults (James Webb)
- Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome (Carol Hagland)
- Aspergers Syndrome and Employment (Sarah Hendrickx)
- Living Well on the Spectrum (Valerie Gaus)
- Aspergers Syndrom and Anxiety (Nick Dubin)
- A Field Guide to Earthlings (Ian Ford)
- Asperger's on the Job (Rudy Simone)
- The Autistic Brain (Temple Grandin)
- Asperger's Syndrome, A guide for Parents and Professionals (Tony Attwood)
- The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder (Carol Kranowitz)