Includes bibliographical references (pages 239-258) and index.

My story -- The emotional journey: from lost dreams and chronic stress to acceptance -- Understanding autism -- Starting over and falling in love again -- Understanding and guiding your child's behavior -- Surfing your stress: one wave at a time -- Parents and professionals: a partnership in child development -- Big boys don't cry: the secret life of men -- Ordinary couples, challenged relationships: another developmental process -- A different perspective: understanding siblings -- Family and friends: finding and building circles of support -- Adolescence -- Adulthood -- Reflections on peace of mind and happiness.