It is a significant advancement and invaluable assistance the publication of Catherine Faherty's book `Understanding Death and Illness - and What They Teach About Life` by Rotonda Publications, which has been written for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.

Focusing on the unique quality of thought and literal understanding, the book organizes and guides therapists, parents, educators or other `significant adults` to systematically and individually address the needs of each person and promote the processing of all relevant information.

The `communication forms` support expression, emotional management, information exchange, and essentially help the individual cope with uncertainty, loss, and grief.

Although it has been written for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, this book can be used individually by therapists and parents in need of guidance to systematically approach and support the understanding of death as part of life and the acceptance of loss in children with typical development.

[Excerpt from the text on the back cover of the edition]