Reviews
: The Midwest Book Review - California Bookwatch - January 1, 2010
"Packs in tips, strategies, and anecdotes from the author's case studies and personal experience and is a fine, practical guide."
: Blue Cross Blue Shield You and Blue (MN) - October 1, 2009
author Q&A and mention of Meltdowns
: Parentlife - August 1, 2009
listing only
Stacy Danov, University of Minnesota - July 24, 2009
"I would highly recommend this comprehensive, remarkable book! I have read many books about children having meltdowns, but this book provided the most straightforward, logical, scientifically proven strategies for both professionals and parents."
: About.com: Special Needs Children - May 1, 2009
http://specialchildren.about.com/od/behaviorbooks/gr/meltdowns.htm
Emily Lagace, family physician and parent of two children with autism spectrum disorder - September 17, 2008
"Gives families information that is an essential part of their toolkit for coping with meltdowns. I am glad to see a book that puts so much important information in one place, not oversimplified but still readable, with enough detail to help in many different situations."
Rande Peyton, mother of a 6 yr old with Autism - September 17, 2008
"Dr. Thompson, the autism guru, provides an all-encompassing book on meltdowns which is sure to please both caregivers and professionals."
Laraine M. Glidden, Professor of Psychology, St. Mary's College of Maryland - September 17, 2008
"An invaluable resource for teachers, parents, and anyone who wants to help reduce challenging behavior in children and adults with autism and related disorders . . . [Travis Thompson] teaches all of us best practice."
Judith Carta, Senior Scientist and Professor of Special Education, University of Kansas - September 17, 2008
"A terrific book for parents and professionals alike! Capture[s] the explosion in scientific knowledge about autism, conveyed in a style that is easy to understand."
Rachel Freeman, Associate Research Professor and Director of the Kansas Institute for Positive Behavior Support, University of Kansas - September 17, 2008
"Travis Thompson has the unique ability to take research from different fields of study and to summarize the findings in practical ways that parents, teachers, and practitioners can understand and appreciate. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about supporting children with autism."
Susan Moreno, Founder and President of MAAP Services for the Autism Spectrum; editor, The MAAP; parent of a woman with autism - September 17, 2008
"If only this book had been there for me to read when my daughter was young and having almost daily meltdowns! Dr. Thompson leads us into one of the most challenging issues in autism spectrum challenges and makes it understandable, treatable, and preventable."