The Autistic Spectrum: A Parents' Guide to Understanding and Helping Your Child
An internationally known authority in the field and the author  of some landmark studies on autism, Wing is also the mother of  an autistic child. This allows her to blend clinical knowledge  with practical, everyday guidance. Particularly useful is the  "Ways of Helping" section, which addresses common problems and  offers functional advice on how to address them. While the depth  of information here may be overwhelming to the parents of a  newly diagnosed child (a better choice for that audience is  Michael D. Powers's Children with Autism: A Parent's Guide,  Woodbine House, 2000. 2d ed.), it is an excellent choice for  those who require a text with more substance. It should prove  especially useful to parents of a child whose educational  program is not working as well as it should. Further, educators  and allied health professionals will find it a valuable tool. A  substantial addition to consumer health or education  collections. KellyJo Houtz Griffin, Eatonville, WACopyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.