Books on Parenting Children with Autism

Browse reviews of parenting books on autism spectrum disorders from the Harried Parent's Book Club.

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In this excerpt from "Some Kind of Genius," the story of musical savant Tony DeBlois, an expert explains some theories of savantism, and how parents can make a difference.

Inspirational interviews with families affected by autism.

A mother of a child whose autism was cured by early intervention services advises parents on how to get the needed help as soon as possible.

A guide to teaching independent behavior to children with autism using customized schedules with pictures or words.

A collection of neurological case studies, including essays on people with autism, Tourette syndrome, and visual impairments.

A pediatric neurologist looks at the medical options for treating autism.

The mother of a child with autism shares ideas for finding adventure and fun together as a family, in the community or your own backyard.

A noted autism expert gives advice on helping children with autism spectrum disorders develop skills and adapt to everyday life.

Lisa Jo Rudy, About.com's guide to autism, offers a guide to getting your child involved in the community.

A collection of essays offering "perspectives on parenting children on the autism spectrum."

A mother's story of finding biomedical interventions for her son with autism.

A doctor who specializes in developmental disabilities explains autism to parents and helps them become experts in the best treatment options.

A guide for parents on the "low arousal approach and autism."

A book that offers parents a blueprint for structuring successful outings for their children with autism spectrum disorders.

Review of a book that defines terms and provides information on many important aspects of autism.

A special-education expert introduces a five-step plan for making children with autism more successful in social situations.

Learn 'from autistics, parents, and professionals' in a book of essays that range from personal experience to practical advice.

Author Roy Richard Grinker, the father of a daughter with autism, argues that there's not an autism epidemic at all, just a broadening of classification -- and that it's a good thing. He examines the way autism was considered in the past, and is now in cultures around the world.

Two autistic authors, Dr. Temple Grandin and Sean Barron, explain the rules of social engagement that people on the autism spectrum need to learn to be successful, and illustrate their examples with events from their own lives and learning.