Bibliograph

Autism spectrum disorder, what every parent needs to know, Alan I. Rosenblatt, MD, FAAP ; Paul S. Carbone, MD, FAAP

Type

Label

Autism spectrum disorder, what every parent needs to know, Alan I. Rosenblatt, MD, FAAP ; Paul S. Carbone, MD, FAAP

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

charts

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Autism spectrum disorder

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

11049824014

Responsibility statement

Alan I. Rosenblatt, MD, FAAP ; Paul S. Carbone, MD, FAAP

Sub title

what every parent needs to know

Summary

"This guide helps parents understand how ASDs are defined and diagnosed and offers an overview of the most current behavioral and developmental therapies. Topics include: symptoms and types of ASDs, accessing care, services in the community, and the role of complementary and alternative medicine. Parents will also find inspirational and relatable stories from other caretakers."--Amazon.com

Table Of Contents

What is Autism spectrum disorder? -- What causes Autism spectrum disorder? -- How do I know if my child has Autism spectrum disorder? -- Behavioral and developmental interventions to support children with Autism -- Tapping educational services -- When other therapies aren't enough: the role of medication -- The role of integrative, complementary, and alternative medicine -- Partnering with your pediatrician -- Services in your community -- Accessing care -- Adolescence and beyond -- Putting it all together: Everyday strategies for helping your child -- Autism spectrum disorder and your family -- The future of Autism spectrum disorder -- Advocating for children with Autism spectrum disorder -- Afterword: Shana's special wish -- Appendices

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