Book description
On the morning Jenny McCarthy discovered her two-year-old son Evan
having a seizure, her life turned upside down. From being the mother
of an average toddler she was suddenly thrown into a world of turmoil.
As doctor after doctor misdiagnosed his symptoms, Evan suffered many
harrowing, life-threatening episodes. Then, one amazing doctor
recognized the truth. Evan was autistic.
Desperate, but relieved to finally have a diagnosis, Jenny didn't
know what to do or where to go for guidance. Alone, and without any
resources - except for her unshakeable determination to help her son -
Jenny soon realized that she'd have to become a detective if she was
ever going to be able to help her son. She embarked on a frantic
search for guidance and information, and spoke with many doctors,
nurses, parents, government agencies and private foundations.
Essentially, she earned a Ph. D. in 'Google research'. Eventually, she
discovered the groundbreaking programme that became the key to helping
Evan.
Deeply moving, and at times heartbreaking, in
Louder Than Words Jenny McCarthy reveals more than the
winning formula that worked for her son. Here she tells of the
remarkable, sometimes harrowing, journey of discovery they took
together. She shares the frustrations and joys of raising an autistic
child and creates a road map for concerned parents. She also shows
how, with love and determination, parents may be able to shape their
child's destiny and their future happiness.
Jenny McCarthy was born in Chicago. She was a glamour model and MTV
presenter before working as a film and tv actress. She has written a
number of
New York Times
bestsellers which focus on her experiences of motherhood. She lives with
her son Evan in California.
