Families of Children With Autism: What Educational Professionals Should Know provides an overview of the role of educational professionals in the lives of families of children with autism. A framework for understanding these families is presented with a discussion of the stressors they face, the barriers to building collaborative relationships, and the ways professionals can help these families cope. The book also offers tips for working with families in each stage of their child's development.

This book is a part of Prufrock Press' Practical Strategies in Autism Education Series. This series offers timesaving books on critical topics for educating students with autism spectrum disorders. These books are filled with practical information and advice, thus making them an ideal resource for classroom teachers, preservice teachers, and graduate students.