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Autism and the God Connection: Redefining the Autistic Experience Through Extraordinary Accounts of Spiritual Giftedness
William Stillman explores the exquisite spiritual sensitivities, including psychic abilities, of some people with autism spectrum disorder—even those who are severely incapacitated. Stillman, who himself has Asperger's Syndrome, believes in "always assuming intellect" of the person with autism. His research demonstrates that, when treated with respect and given the right tools for communication, many such people are willing to share their special spiritual gifts with us. This very moving book is made all the more beautiful by the author's palpable admiration for people living "on the spectrum." (Sourcebooks, 2006)
Reviewed by Melissa Chianta
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Be Quiet, Marina! by Kristen DeBear (Star Bright Books, 2001) Ages 3 to 5.
The Boy Who Loved Windows: Opening the Heart and Mind of a Child Threatened with Autism by Patricia Stacey (Da Capo Press, 2003)
The Complete IEP Guide: How to Advocate for Your Special Ed Child by Lawrence M. Siegel (Nolo, 2001)
Conquering Autism: Reclaiming Your Childthrough Natural Therapies by Stephen B. Edelson, MD (Twin Stream Books, 2003; www.kensingtonbooks.com)
A Drug-Free Approach to Asperger Syndrome and Autism: Homeopathic Care for Exceptional Kids
by past Mothering contributors Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, ND, LCSW, and Robert Ullman, ND, as well as Ian Luepker, ND, is an accessible, inspiring introduction to homeopathic treatment for kids with autism spectrum disorders. After outlining the basics of homeopathic care, the authors use case studies to demonstrate how they choose remedies to successfully treat common groups of symptoms. (Picnic Point Press, 2005)
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The Gun Lake Adventure Series by Johnnie Tuitel and Sharon Lamson (Cedar Tree Publishing, 2000) Ages 8 to 12.
In Time and With Love: Caring for Infants and Toddlers with Special Needs by Marilyn Segal, Wendy Masi and Roni Leiderman (Newmarket Press, 2001)
Like Sound Through Water: A Mother's Journey Through Auditory Processing Disorder by Karen J. Foli (Pocket Books, 2002)
Managing the Gift: Alternative Approaches for Attention Deficit Disorder by Dr. Kevin Ross Emery (Lightlines Publishing, 2000)
Nature's Ritalin for the Marathon Mind: Nurturing Your ADHD Child with Exercise by Stephen C. Putnam (Upper Access Books, 2001)
Prozac Free: Homeopathic Medicine for Depression, Anxiety, and Other Mental and Emotional Problems by Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman and Robert Ullman (Prima Publishing, 1999)
Rage Free Kids: Homeopathic Medicine for Defiant, Aggressive, and Violent Children by Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman and Robert Ullman (Prima Publishing, 1999)
The Ritalin Fact Book: What Your Doctor Won't Tell You About ADHD andStimulant Drugs by Peter R. Breggin, MD (Perseus Publishing, 2002)
Smiling at Shadows: A Mother's Journaey Raising and Autistic Child byJ unee Waites and Helen Swinbourne (Ulysses Press, 2001)
Unraveling the Mystery of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder: A Mother's Story of Research and Recovery by Karyn Seroussi (Broadway Books, 2000)
What's Wrong With Timmy? by Maria Shriver (Warner Books and Little,Brown and Company, 2001) Ages 6 to 10.
When the Brain Can't Hear: Unraveling the Mystery of Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) by Teri James Bellis, PhD. (Pocket Books, 2002)
Without Ritalin: A Natural Approach to ADD by Samuel A. Berne (Keats Publishing, 2002)
You Will Dream New Dreams: Inspiring Personal Stories by Parents of Children with Disabilities by Stanley D. Klein, PhD. and Kim Schive (Kensington Books, 2001)
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