Autistic Spectrum Disorders Understanding the Diagnosis and Getting Help

Name: Autistic Spectrum Disorders Understanding the Diagnosis and Getting Help
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ISBN: 9780596500139

ISBN-10: 0596500130

ISBN-13: 9780596500139

Edition: 2nd 2002

Authors: Mitzi Waltz

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Autistic spectrum disorders--including autism, pervasive developmental disorders not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), Asperger's syndrome, and others--are labels to describe neurological conditions that can affect a person's speech and communication, emotional growth, social skills, and physical and mental abilities. Up to 1 in 150 children in some geographical areas have these conditions; children affected are disproportionately boys. This second edition is for parents (or newly diagnosed adults) who struggle with these neurological conditions that profoundly impact the life of child and family. Author and patient advocate Mitzi Waltz, now studying at the Autism Research Unit in the UK,…

Book details

List price: $29.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2002
Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Incorporated
Publication date: 8/6/2002
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 504
Size: 7.01" wide x 9.17" long x 0.94" tall
Weight: 1.628
Language: English



Preface



The Medical Facts About Autism



Categorizing Autistic Spectrum Disorders



Getting a Diagnosis



Getting Started



Medical Interventions



Therapeutic Interventions



Other Interventions



Insurance



School



Family Issues and Support



Growing Up on the Autistic Spectrum



Adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders


A: Resources


B: Support and Advocacy


C: Research and Testing Facilities



The Genetics of Autism


E: Medication Reference


F: Supplement Reference


G: Diagnostic Tools


Glossary of Acronyms


Notes


Index