Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z  and

Los Trastornos del Espectro de Autismo de la A a la Z

by Barbara T. Doyle and Emily Doyle Iland 

Awarded the Exceptional Parent  Magazine Symbol of Excellence.

We are delighted to announce that ASD A to Z and Autismo A-Z have been awarded the Symbol of Excellence. The following review will appear in the April 2007 edition of Exceptional Parent magazine.

Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z:  is one of our primary resources for understanding ASD.  We like several things about this book.  First, its authors have personal knowledge of autism.  Emily’s son, Tom, has ASD.  Barbara is Tom’s aunt.  Emily and Barbara share Tom and what he has taught them with us.  Second, we like the book organization.  Every chapter begins with a statement of what the chapter contents will teach the reader.  Each chapter closes with a summary of chapter themes and lessons.  Third, the book is written in an informal and friendly style that is accessible to parents, families, teachers and other professionals and to persons who have ASD.  Fourth, the format is engaging and easy to follow.  The pages and print are large and the authors make liberal use of, bullets, life examples and sample letters and checklists.  Fifth, this book is available in Spanish. 

ASD from A to Z is a wonderful resource for families and professionals who have limited time for reading and research due to the demands of living life.  The book does not try to be a complete resource.  Instead it focuses on the process of identifying, testing for and diagnosing ASD.  It helps the individuals with ASD and their family members understand the context of diagnosis, the diagnostic assessment tools used and the process of receiving and understanding the diagnosis itself.  The authors provide resources and research suggestions for understanding the potential causes of autism and share how to form or participate in information sharing groups and ideas.  The authors provide even more information on their Website, http://www.asdAtoZ.com.  This book has earned the EP Symbol of Excellence.