The Autism Book: Answers to Your Most Pressing Questions: Answers to Your Most Pressing Questions

Very down to earth, educational, comprehensive and easy to follow. .I thought I knew an awful lot about autism, but this book has become a desk top reference for me. It's obvious these ladies know of what they speak. wtg, Jho and Dawn!

This is a well-written and organized book. It covers everything from the diagnosing autism and causes to treatments, interventions and discipline. The authors helps the reader as they leave their "comfort zones" with information and practical tips about how to juggle doctor and therapists appointments. But perhaps the strength of this book is that it addresses the emotions and worries that parents have about their child's education and future. It bravely asks and offers touching answers to the questions, "Will my child be able to hold down a regular job?" Can my child live on his own when he grows up?" "Will my child ever have a best friend?" and "Does my child know I love him?"

I think this is the most wonderful book to have. I recommend this book highly, I have read several books on autism that are very hard to follow, but when I read this book it had all the information at hand and one that you can understand. For any parent starting out on the journey of autism buy this book, you will not regret it!!! I have never read a book so well written.

As a health journalist, I admire the depth of research presented in this book, and the great writing that presents it all. The book addresses a very emotional, complicated topic in a forthright, even-handed manner, in a tone that's friendly and reassuring. It also covers a very broad range of issues but doesn't belabor them -- it's informative but not overwhelming.

For a person who is relatively new to the world of developmental disabilities, this book was amazing! It is chock full of crucial information for parents who are grasping with the news of having a child with autism. The authors did a fine job breaking it down simply for anyone to understand. It is a down and dirty, nitty gritty look at the facts and the resource information in the back is a life saver! Congrats to a great team of thoughtful authors who are able to make a complex subject very understandable and informative!