New from ACRL - Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Academic Libraries

CHICAGO - ACRL recently announced the publication of "Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Academic Libraries," edited by Amanda Boyer and Amir El-Chidiac, offering practical advice and effective practices for supporting students with autism spectrum disorder, brain trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders.

Neurodiverse students encounter myriad barriers and hurdles to thriving in academia, and there is an increasing need for all types of accessibility in our libraries. Librarians and educators working in academic institutions can partner with neurodiverse students to help them flourish on campus and establish community.

In five parts, "Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Academic Libraries" offers practical advice and activities that can be easily implemented and scaled to various types, sizes, and budgets of libraries.

• Instruction
• Services
• Cross-Campus Collaborations
• Resources
• Spaces

Chapters include effective practices for students with autism spectrum disorder, brain trauma, and PTSD, but also depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. "Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Academic Libraries" demonstrates the power of working alongside students to create welcoming spaces, services, and resources that can help all students succeed.

Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Academic Libraries is available for purchase in print and as an ebook through the ALA Online Store; in print through Amazon.com; and by telephone order at (866) 746-7252 in the US or (770) 442-8633 for international customers.

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The Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL) is the higher education association for academic libraries and library workers. Representing nearly 8,500 individuals and libraries, ACRL (a division of the American Library Association) develops programs, products, and services to help those working in academic and research libraries learn, innovate, and lead within the academic community. Founded in 1940, ACRL is committed to advancing learning, transforming scholarship, and creating diverse and inclusive communities. Find ACRL on the web, Facebook, Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, and YouTube.