Robert A. Naseef

When a child is born, family life changes forever. If that child has special needs, the changes can seem overwhelming. What are the daily blessings and challenges that await parents when their child is not who they expected? How can they deal with their complex emotions, build a special relationship with their special child, and maintain family unity? This book answers these critical questions with keen insight and honesty. It is both a father's intensely personal journey with a child with autism and an invaluable professional guide for parents of children with disabilities.… (mehr)

“Cindy Ariel and Robert Naseef have put together a unique collection of first-hand accounts of the autistic spectrum, providing a voice for parents, grandparents, siblings, as well as people with Asperger Syndrome. These voices complement the professional perspective and teach us how autism feels to each of these observers. A rare anthology.”

—Simon Baron-Cohen, Professor, Autism Research Centre, Cambridge, UK


“It is with great pleasure that I endorse this collection of essays written by families and professionals who live with and care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. This book gave me the unique experience of seeing ‘behind the scenes’ with a view of the impact on families of the diagnosis, treatment, and interactions with treating professionals. I recommend that you put this book on your list of required reading for family, friends, colleagues, and trainees to improve care of children and families with autistic spectrum disorder.”

—Susan E. Levy, M.D., Director, Regional Autism Center, The Children’s Seashore House of The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia… (mehr)