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Acknowledgements | |
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Foreword | |
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Introduction - "Hello, We Have Autism…" | |
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Characteristics of Autism | |
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Foreshadowing: Early Signs of Autism | |
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The Gathering: Passions and Obsessions | |
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Eat, Drink, and Be Picky: Eating Issues | |
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Sounds of Silence: The Myth of Quiet | |
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On Any Given Day: Challenging Behavior | |
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Disney DNA: Echolalia and Language Challenges | |
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Refusing Puberty: Adolescence and Sexuality | |
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The Weatherman: Mood Shifts | |
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The Love Language of Autism: Expressing Affection | |
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Confessions of a Gecko Killer: Teaching Death and Loss | |
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Education | |
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Pyramid Theories: Choosing Interventions | |
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The Spectator Sport: Parent Involvement in Education | |
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Ten Keys for Supporting a Student with Autism | |
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Scheduled Grief: Individualized Education Plans | |
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Moving On Up: Transitions in Education | |
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Independence Day: Toileting and Self-Care | |
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So You Want to Be an Expert: Studying Autism | |
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Family Life | |
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Plan A: Accepting Plan "M" | |
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Band of Brothers: Sibling Relationships | |
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Autism Once Removed: Extended Family Opportunities | |
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Crosswords: Maintaining your Marriage | |
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Conflicted and Coming to Terms: Aggression, Self-Injury, and Other Difficulties | |
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Odd Mom Out: Life Outside the Norm | |
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'Tis the Season: Holidays | |
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The Trip: Travelling with Autism | |
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You Might Be the Parent of an Autistic Child If | |
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Step by Step: Measuring Progress | |
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Frequently Asked Questions: A Guide for Self-Defense | |
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Community Interactions | |
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"Do Neanderthals Hunt Mammoths Like We Pray?" | |
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Shop 'Til You Drop: The Woes of Walmart | |
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Full Disclosure: What to Say and When | |
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Autism Olympics: The Hundred-Yard Parking Lot Dash | |
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An Apple a Day: Healthcare Interactions | |
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Epilogue-The Real Mom | |
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Appendix-Inclusion of Student with Autism Diversity Lesson Plan | |
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Resources | |
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Index | |