Recommended Reading

Our clinicians have carefully selected these readings that you may find helpful.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS – For Parents and Adults

  • Coucouvanis, J. (2008). The Potty Journey: Guide to Toilet Training Children with Special Needs, Including Autism and Related Disorders.
  • Goodall, E. & Purkis, J. (2020). Women on the Spectrum: A Handbook for Life
  • Grandin, T. (2010). Thinking in Pictures: My Life with Autism.
  • Grandin, T. (2017). The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships: Decoding Social Mysteries Through the Unique Perspectives of Autism: New Edition with Author Updates.
  • Gray, C. (2015). The New Social Story Book, Revised and Expanded 15th Anniversary Edition: Over 150 Social Stories that Teach Everyday Social Skills to Children and Adults with Autism and their Peers.
  • Harris, S., & Glasberg, B. (2003). Siblings of Children with Autism: A Guide for Families.
  • Harris, S., & Weiss, M. J. (2007). Right from the Start: Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism, 2nd edition.
  • Kim, C. (2013). Think I Might Be Autistic: A Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis and Self-Discovery for Adults.
  • Ledgin, N. (2013). Asperger’s and Self-Esteem: Insight and Hope through Famous Role Models.
  • Maurice, C., Green, G., & Luce, S. (1996). Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism: A Manual for Parents and Professionals.
  • Marshak, L & Prezant, F (2007). Married with Special-Needs Children: A Couples’ Guide to Keeping Connected.
  • Newport, J., & Newport, M., & Bolick, T. (2002). ­­­­Autism – Asperger’s & Sexuality – Puberty and Beyond.
  • Notbohm, D. (2012). 10 Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew.
  • Notbohm, E., Zysk, V., & Grandin, T. (2010). 1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism or Asperger’s, Revised and Expanded 2nd Edition.
  • Ozonoff, S., Dawson, G., & McPartland, J. (2015). A Parent’s Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive.
  • Park, C. (1995). The Siege: A Family’s Journey into the World of an Autistic Child.
  • Pepper, J. & Weitzman, E. (2017). It Takes Two to Talk: A Practical Guide for Parents of Children with Language Delays.
  • Prizant, B. (2016). Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism.
  • Rogers, S., Dawson, G., & Vismara, L. (2012). An Early Start for Your Child with Autism: Using Everyday Activities to Help Kids Connect, Communicate and Learn.
  • Sicile-Kira, C., & Grandin, T. (2014). Autism Spectrum Disorder (revised): The Complete Guide to Understanding Autism.
  • Siegel, L. (2017). The Complete IEP Guide: How to Advocate for Your Special Ed Child.
  • Silberman, S. & Sacks, O. (2016). Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity.
  • Stores, G., & Wiggs, L. (2007). Sleep Disturbance in Children and Adolescents with Disorders of Development: Its Significance and Management.
  • Sussman, F. (1999). More Than Words: Helping Parents Promote Communication and Social
  • Skills in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
  • Volkmar, F., & Wiesner, L. (2004). Health Care for Children on the Autistic Spectrum: A Guide to Medical, Nutritional and Behavioral Issues.
  • Wrobel, M. (2003). Taking Care of Myself: A Hygiene, Puberty and Personal Curriculum for Young People with Autism.
  • Williams, D. (1998). Nobody Nowhere: The Remarkable Autobiography of an Autistic Girl.
  • Welton, J. (2014). Can I tell you about Autism?: A guide for friends, family and professionals.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS – For Children & Adolescents

  • Amenta, C. (2010). Russell’s World: A Story for Kids About Autism (ages 4-8).
  • Barber, K. (2011). The Social and Life Skills Menu: A Skill Building Workbook for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  • Bishop, B. (2011). My Friend with Autism.
  • Dubin, N. (2009). Asperger Syndrome and Anxiety: A Guide to Successful Stress Management.
  • Edwards, B. & Armitage, D. (2012). My Brother Sammy.
  • Edwards, A. & Dineen, T. (2002). Taking Autism to School.
  • Elder, J. (2005). Different Like Me: My book of autism heroes.
  • Farmer, B. & Farmer, M. (2017). What About Me?: A Book By and For An Autism Sibling.
  • Hoopmann, K (2006). All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome.
  • Keating, L. (2007). A is for autism, F is for friend: a kid’s book for making friends with a child who has autism.
  • Larson, E. (2006). I am utterly unique: Celebrating the strengths.
  • Lears, L. (1998). Ian’s Walk: A Story about Autism.
  • Lewis, B. (2007). In Jesse’s Shoes.
  • Meyer, D. (1997). Views from our Shoes: Growing up with a Brother or Sister with Special Needs.
  • Peete, H., Peete, R., & Evans, S. (2010). My Brother Charlie.
  • Price, J. (2010). Take Control of Asperger’s Syndrome: The Official Strategy Guide for Teens with Asperger’s Syndrome and Nonverbal Learning Disorders (ages 10 and up).
  • Sabin, E. (2006). The Autism Acceptance Book: Being a friend to someone with autism.
  • Sullivan, C. (2001). I Love My Brother! A Preschooler’s View of Living with a Brother Who Has Autism.
  • Thomas, P. (2005). Don’t Call Me Special: A First Look at Disability.
  • Wine, A. (2005). What it is to be me! An aspergers kid book.
  • Wong, A. (2009). In My Mind: The world through the eyes of autism.

ADHD & DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR DISORDER – For Parents

  • Barkley, R. (2013). Taking Charge of ADHD, Third Edition: The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents.
  • Barkley, R. & Benton, C. (2013). Your Defiant Child, Second Edition: Eight Steps to Better Behavior.
  • Barkley, R., Robin, A. , & Benton, C. (2013). Your Defiant Teen, Second Edition: 10 Steps to Resolve Conflict and Rebuild Your Relationship.
  • Bertin, M., & Tuckman, A. (2015). Mindful Parenting for ADHD: A Guide to Cultivating Calm, Reducing Stress, and Helping Children Thrive.
  • Cooper- Kahn, J. & Dietzel, L. (2008). Late, Lost, and Unprepared: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Children with Executive Functions.
  • Fraiberg, S. H. (1996). The Magic Years.
  • Goldstein, S., Brooks, R., & Weiss, S. (2004). Angry Children: Worried Parents: Seven Steps to Help Families Manage Anger.
  • Greene, R. (2014). The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children.
  • Maitland, T. & Quinn, P. (2010). Ready for Take-Off: Preparing Your Teen with ADHD or LD for College.
  • Marshak, L & Prezant, F (2007). Married with Special-Needs Children: A Couples’ Guide to Keeping Connected.
  • Monastra, V. (2014). Parenting Children with ADHD: 10 Lessons that Medicine Cannot Teach.
  • Quinn, P., Nadeau, K., & Littman, E. (2000). Understanding Girls With AD/HD.
  • Robin, A.L. (1999). ADHD in Adolescents: Diagnosis and Treatment.
  • Siegel, L. (2017). The Complete IEP Guide: How to Advocate for Your Special Ed Child.
  • Shiller, V. & Schneider, M. (2003). Rewards for Kids! Ready-to-Use Charts & Activities for Positive Parenting.
  • Weiss, S. & Heininger, J. (2001). From Chaos to Calm: Effective Parenting for Challenging Children with ADHD and Other Behavior Problems.
  • Zeigler Dendy, C. (2017). Teenagers with ADD, ADHD & Executive Function Deficits: A Guide for Parents and Professionals.
  • Zeigler Dendy, C. (2011). Teaching Teens With ADD, ADHD & Executive Function Deficits: A Quick Reference Guide for Teachers and Parents.

ADHD & DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR DISORDER – For Children & Adolescents

  • Kraus, J. (2006). Annie’s Plan: Taking Charge of Schoolwork and Homework (ages 6-11).
  • Kraus, J. (2005). Cory Stories: A Kid’s Book About Living with ADHD (ages 6-11).
  • Nadeau, K. & Dixon, E. (2004). Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention: A Book for Kids about ADHD (ages 6-11).
  • Quinn, P. (2009). Attention, Girls! A Guide to Learn All About Your ADHD (ages 8-13).
  • Quinn, P. & Maitland, T. (2011). On Your Own: A College Readiness Guide for Teens with ADHD/LD.
  • Quinn, P. & Stern, J. (2009). Putting on the Brakes Activity Book for Kids with ADD or ADHD (ages 8-13).
  • Wilens, T. (2016). Straight Talk about Psychiatric Medications for Kids, Fourth Edition.
  • Zeigler Dendy, C., & Zeigler, A. (2007). A Bird’s-Eye View of Life with ADD and ADHD: Advice from Young Survivors.
  • Zeigler, A., Alston, L., Mandelkorn, T., & Kristin, H. (2011). Real Life ADHD! A DVD Survival Guide for Children and Teens.

ANXIETY DISORDERS – For Parents

  • Chansky, T. E. (2008). Freeing Your Child from Negative Thinking: Powerful, Practical Strategies to Build a Lifetime of Resilience, Flexibility, and Happiness.
  • Chansky, T. E. (2004). Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child’s Fears, Worries, and Phobias.
  • Levin, P. & Kline, M. (2008). Trauma-Proofing Your Kids: A Parents’ Guide for Instilling Confidence, Joy and Resilience.
  • Marshak, L & Prezant, F (2007). Married with Special-Needs Children: A Couples’ Guide to Keeping Connected.
  • Rapee, R., Spence, S., Wignall, A., Lyneham, H., & Cobham, V. (2008). Helping your Anxious Child.
  • Wagner, A. P. (2002). What to do When Your Child has OCD: Strategies and Solutions.
ANXIETY DISORDERS – For Children & Adolescents
  • Berenstain, S. (1985). The Berenstain Bears Learn About Strangers (ages 4 and up).
  • Buron, K. (2006). When My Worries Get Too Big! A Relaxation Book for Children Who Live with Anxiety (ages 5-9).
  • Greenberger, D. & Padesky, C. (2015). Mind Over Mood, Second Edition: Change How You Feel by Changing the Way You Think.
  • Huebner, D. (2005). What To Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety (ages 6-12).
  • Huebner, D. (2007). What To Do When Your Brain Gets Stuck: A Kid’s Guide to Overcoming OCD (ages 6-12).
  • Holmes, M. & Mudlaff, S. (2001). A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children who have witnessed violence or trauma (ages 4 and up).
  • March, J. (2007). Talking Back to OCD: The Program that Helps Kids and Teens Say “No Way” – and Parents Say “Way to Go.”
  • Pando, N. (2005). I Don’t Want to Go To School: Helping Children Cope with Separation Anxiety.
  • Spelman, C. (2000). When I Feel Angry (preschool-grade 2).
  • Spelman, C. (1997). Your Body Belongs to You (preschool-Grade 2).
  • Stallard, P. (2018). Think Good – Feel Good: A Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Workbook for Children.