autism in children

An account of the author's experiences as a psychologistworking with autistic and schizophrenic children.

An interactive workbook for children and a teaching tool for parents and professionals, the book uses images of feelings and gradated colors to teach children how to deal effectively with gradated levels of emotions.

Offers parents and teachers of children with autism a hands-on approach to help them reach their students, improve their educational and social skills, and connect with others.

The author shares the story of her successful quest, along with her scientist husband, to find a cure for their young son's autism.

An illustrated account of how a child with autism thinks and feels written through the eyes of the author's son, Jonathan.

Offers practical advice about autism that answers the more common questions parents ask concerning this condition, such as what causes autism in children, if it is genetic, treatments, and organizations that deal with autism.

The author explores the mysteries hidden within children who suffer from autism, and draws from his own experiences and those of his son who was stricken with the disorder.

A collection of thirty-two letters from a paralyzed man to his autistic grandson that discuss parents, school, love, disappointment, joy, and personal success.

An introduction to autism that discusses how the disorder affects life at home and school, and also describes treatment options, medications, and other related topics.

Examines the rise in autism cases in American children since the 1980s, a trend that corresponds to new childhood vaccinations which contain thimerosal, a preservative made of the toxin mercury, and follows the struggles of several families to learn why their once-healthy children became autistic.