Parents fight to protect their autistic son from a monster that preys on him.

When a mother finds that her young daughter has withdrawn from reality, she and a well-meaning doctor struggle to come to the aid of the child. But when conventional science appears unable to reach the little girl, Ruth embarks on a journey within herself to unlock the mysteries that hold her daughter captive.

Examines the treatment of mothers of autistic children during the 1950's and 60's, and the reasons they were blamed for their children's failure to bond and labeled as "refrigerator mothers."

"Contains four programs for siblings of children on the autism spectrum and their parents. Each program covers a range of autistic challenges and strengths, and describes techniques siblings can use to get along and support each other"--Container.

Oliver is a lonely young boy who feels different from everyone else. Desperate for a friend, he seeks solace and refuge in his ever-present cell phone and tablet. When a mysterious creature uses Oliver's devices against him to break into our world, Oliver's must fight to save their son from the monster beyond the screen.

An autistic thirteen-year-old runs away from home and discovers a new world on the NYC subway.

Introduces parents to occupational therapy and what it can do for a child with difficulties with organzation of behavior and/or sensory dysfunction. Collins combines traditional ocupational therapy exercises with applied behavior analysis to teach parents and caregivers various skills which can assist in desensitizing a child. Includes both clincial and easy to follow terms. Provides families with ideas on how to integrate "sensory diets" into their...

All Thomas wants is a normal adolescence, but his autistic brother Charlie thwarts his every opportunity. Will Thomas, with the help of his girlfriend Jackie, accept his brother?

Documents students attending Gateway Academy, a private K-12 day school in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializing in Asperger syndrome, high-functioning Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Includes interviews with students, their families and school personnel.

Angel in the family: An ailing widowed father and his two estranged daughters experience a miracle when their late matriarch returns to spend Christmas with them. Fielder's choice : Advertising executive Phillip Fielder has no complications in his life until his sister dies unexpectedly, leaving him with temporary custody of his nephew he barely knows. Phillip begins a new enlightening life with his nephew.