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Summary
Autism is diagnosed four times more often in boys than girls, according to the NAA. Its prevalence is not impacted by race, region, or economic status. Since autism was first diagnosed in the U.S. the incidence has climbed to an alarming one in 68 children. Give your readers essential information on Autism. This book also serves as a historical survey, by providing information on the controversies surrounding its causes. Compelling first-person narratives by people coping with Autism give readers a first-hand experience. Readers will learn from the words of patients, family members, or caregivers. The symptoms, causes, treatments, and potential cures are explained in detail. Alternative treatments are also covered. Each essay is carefully edited and presented with an introduction, so that they are accessible for student researchers and readers.
Reviews (2)
Horn Book Review
Each volume presents articles from a variety of sources of varying repute, from science books and journals to websites and People magazine. Without medical background or context, it's difficult to sort through, for example, whether "Vaccines May Cause Autism" or "No Link Exists Between Vaccines and Autism." Some photographs and charts break up the pages. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. [Review covers these Perspectives on Diseases and Disorders titles: Autism, AIDS, and Diabetes.] (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.
Booklist Review
The purpose of the Perspectives on Diseases and Disorders series is to provide a clear discussion of various maladies through solid explanation, a look at the controversies surrounding the disease, and, finally, personal testimonials about living with a serious illness. Gathering together chapters written by different authors, this particular entry in the series gets off to a slow start with an introduction and initial chapter that repeat information; at times, topics are raised that need more explanation (e.g., what characteristics of autism did Albert Einstein, Lewis Carroll, and Thomas Jefferson, among others, display?). Much of the material in the first section is taken from scientific studies, and it can be dry. Most interesting are the personal stories told by those who are autistic, and others, such as Holly Robinson Peete, who have had success bringing up an autistic child. The book's good-size typeface and assortment of photographs make it look easier to read than it is. But researchers will find plenty of information here and can go on to consult resources provided in the closing bibliography and list of Internet sites.--Cooper, Ilene Copyright 2008 Booklist
Table of Contents
| Introduction | |
| Chapter 1 Understanding Autism | |
| 1 An Overview of Autism | p. 14 |
| 2 Signs and Diagnosis of Autism | p. 23 |
| 3 The Causes of Autism | p. 31 |
| 4 Causes of Asperger's Syndrome, an Autistic Spectrum Disorder | p. 44 |
| 5 Treating Autism | p. 51 |
| Chapter 2 The Controversial Side of Autism | |
| 1 Vaccines May Cause Autism: Autism Society of America | p. 63 |
| 2 No Link Exists Between Vaccines and Autism | p. 70 |
| 3 Older Fathers Risk Having Autistic Children | p. 77 |
| 4 Older Fathers Do Not Show Increased Risk of Having Autistic Children | p. 83 |
| 5 Specific Diets Can Help Treat Autism | p. 87 |
| 6 Using the DIR/Floortime Approach Can Help Treat Autism | p. 97 |
| 7 Using ABA Therapy Can Help Treat Autism | p. 108 |
| Chapter 3 The Personal Side of Autism | |
| 1 Visual Autism: An Autistic's Experience | p. 117 |
| 2 Our Son's Special Relationship with Animals | p. 126 |
| 3 My Experiences with Autism | p. 133 |
| 4 A Mother Finds Success for Her Autistic Child | p. 138 |
| Glossary | p. 145 |
| Chronology | p. 151 |
| Organizations to Contact | p. 155 |
| For Further Reading | p. 160 |
| Index | p. 163 |
