Autism Sourcebook Everything You Need to Know about Diagnosis, Treament, Coping, and Healing

Name: Autism Sourcebook Everything You Need to Know about Diagnosis, Treament, Coping, and Healing
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ISBN: 9780060799885

ISBN-10: 0060799889

ISBN-13: 9780060799885

Edition: 2005

Authors: Karen Siff Exkorn

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Recent studies show an alarming increase in the number of children being diagnosed with autism. Karen Siff Exhorn shares the knowledge she acquired after her own son's diagnosis, including advice on treatment options, managing the financial burden and knowing your rights within the school system.

Book details

List price: $27.95
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Publication date: 9/27/2005
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 432
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.25" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 1.540
Language: English



Foreword



Note to Reader



Diagnosis


Introduction



The Many Faces of Autism



Who Diagnoses My Child? Going Beyond Your Pediatrician



Understanding Your Child's Behaviors



Autism Spectrum Disorders-The Facts, Theories, Studies, and Information You Should Know



Treatment


Introduction



How to Make the Right Treatment and Intervention Decisions for Your Child



Standard Treatments and Interventions for ASDs



You Have the Power-Advocating for Your Child's Legal Rights



On Your Mark, Get Set...Start Treatment



Coping


Introduction



In the Beginning: Coming to Terms with the Diagnosis and Issues Surrounding the Diagnosis



Beyond Soccer Games and Ballet Classes: Coping with Issues Surrounding Treatments, Services, and Schools



Inside and Outside the House: Coping with Everyday Life



Brothers and Sisters: Coping with Sibling Issues



Keeping It Personal: Coping with Your Marriage, Your Family, and Your Self



Advice to Loved Ones: Coping Tips for Family and Friends



Healing



Thoughts on Healing...



Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT)



Diagnostic Criteria for the Five Pervasive Developmental Disorders



Treatments and Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders



National Organizations for Autism in the United States



International Organizations for Autism



Internet Resources



Recommended Reading


Glossary


Notes


Acknowledgements


Index