A large number of parents find themselves worrying about whether there is something not quite right with their child, and find it difficult to pinpoint just what is wrong and where to look for help.

'Invisible' disabilities are among the most distressing of all childhood problems.

The range of these is wide, and overlapping symptoms can confuse even the experts. Although the nature of the handicap may not be understood at first, the symptoms which are visible are most distressing to both parent and child. And often, as parent come to terms with the family crisis, in a desperate attempt to blame somebody for what is happening, the marriage itself may be in jeopardy.

Does Your Child Have A Hidden Disability - by this month's guest expert Jill Curtis - is not a medical book but instead focuses on the social and emotional impact of these disabilities on the whole family. What are these hidden disabilities? The most common are - Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD), Auditory Attention Problems, Asperger Syndrome, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, asthma, depression, allergies, learning difficulties and speech and language problems. This book should help you find your way through the maze of conflicting advice and offers support to those parents who have a child who is not quite right'.

Ask the author!
In September 2002, Jill Curtis kindly agreed to provide individual answers to 6 questions from raisingkids' members - read her replies!

• Ask Our Experts: Is My Toddler Dyspraxic?
• Ask Our Experts: Help For Hidden Disabilities
• Ask Our Experts: Hidden Disabilities In A 4 Yr-Old
• Ask Our Experts: ADD & Ritalin
• Ask Our Experts: Asperger's At High School
• Ask Our Experts: Autistic Or Just Awkward?