Devon Price

Devon Price is a distinguished social psychologist, blogger, and author with a focus on neurodiversity. Renowned for his impactful works, including "Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity," "Laziness Does Not Exist," "Unlearning Shame," and "Unmasking for Life," he is also an active contributor to Medium and Psychology Today. Graduating in 2009, Price earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and political science from Ohio State University, subsequently completing master's and doctorate degrees at Loyola University Chicago. Since 2012, he has held the position of clinical assistant professor at Loyola's School of Continuing and Professional Studies.

Navigating his own experiences as both autistic and transgender, Price has conducted extensive research into themes such as autistic and transgender identities, masking, the psychological toll of masking, and the intricate process of unmasking. His work has delved into the intersection of neurodiversity with the experiences of individuals of color within the autistic community.

"Unmasking Autism" has been cited in scholarly discourse, exploring various dimensions of autism, including its presentation in women and attitudes among college students. Price's explorations into concepts of laziness, productivity, and self-esteem, crystallized in his book "Laziness Does Not Exist," have spurred discussions in both academic and broader contexts.