Louder Than Words by Jenny McCarthy (2007, Hardcover)

I bought this book because my son was diagnosed as autistic this year and I love Jenny McCarthy from her Singled Out days. I laughed and cried reading this book. I think any parent would get something out of it regardless of whether or not their child has autism. I couldn't put it down. I read it in one evening. Jenny is funny, smart and cares for her son so deeply. It is truly touching and will hopefully be the first of many in the genre. Autism is so huge and growing by the day. The awareness Jenny is raising is priceless. So many are going to benefit from this book. She really puts herself on the line sharing her personal story. This subject isnt easy to talk about. I just love this book. I would especially recommend reading it if you are a family member of an autistic child. It will help you understand what parents go through better and foster more support for them. It is not the parents fault that autism exists. It is not the childs fault. They are not being naughty when they are tantruming, etc. They have chemicals reacting inside their little bodies beyond their control. The main thing I got out of reading this is hope for my son. I am doing everything I can for him. I dont know Jenny personally, but I feel like I have an ally now.