"In our current 'information age' there is often great difficulty separating accurate, useful information from the glut of unsubstantiated, opinionated, and biased writings available from a multitude of sources. In the sea of information about autism, especially for the parent of a child who has been recently diagnosed with autism, there are a few good starting points.

Children with Autism by Michael Powers is a shining example of an excellent book for parents that deals with a number of critical concepts with accuracy, sensitivity, and perspective. It is one of the few books I consistently recommend to parents because I know it sets the stage for positive family understanding and involvement.

The first edition was a great contribution to the field of autism. The second edition has built on that excellent base. With its updated information and expanded resources section, this book will continue to be the standard to recommend to parents. The range of topics and authors is excellent. Particularly useful are the many quotations from parents who add their reactions and perspective to the topics. Coming to terms with having a child with autism is a great challenge to most families. We are fortunate to have this book as a resource for families to meet this challenge head on with the critical information they need, presented in such a useful and positive perspective."
--Raymond G. Romanczyk, Ph.D., CBA
Director, Institute for Child Development Professor, Clinical Psychology; Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry, SUNY Health Sciences Center, State University of New York at Binghamton