Autism and pervasive developmental disorders sourcebook : basic consumer health information about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) including autistic disorder, asperger syndrome, rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDDNOS) ...

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Autism and pervasive developmental disorders sourcebook : basic consumer health information about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) including autistic disorder, asperger syndrome, rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDDNOS) ...

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Author:

Shannon, Joyce Brennfleck.

ISBN:

9780780811461

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publication Information:

Detroit, MI : Omnigraphics, c2011.

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Provides basic consumer health information about the causes, risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders and related conditions, along with facts about interventions and treatments, educational guidelines, and coping tips for families. Includes index, glossary, and other resources.

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Library Journal Review

The need for consumer-level information on autism and related disorders is great, particularly for those who live with, care for, or work alongside a person with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Shannon, the editor of several titles in this series, serves that need admirably, reprinting and commenting upon more than 50 documents and excerpts from publications issued by a slew of government health agencies, not-for-profit organizations, and academic institutions. The basic but comprehensive coverage includes an overview of ASD and information on associated causes and risk factors, identification and diagnosis, possible coexisting conditions, interventions and treatments, education, and life with ASD through adulthood. All articles are written at the consumer level, and many bear publication dates of 2010; some feature black-and-white tables or graphs. Original sources are clearly cited, and a bibliography is included for most articles. The sourcebook ends with a glossary, a directory of additional resources (including websites of related organizations), and an index. BOTTOM LINE Since the first edition was published in 2007, the number of ASD diagnoses has increased, and much attention has been brought to bear on the topic, so this updated edition is welcome. Highly recommended for public and academic libraries.-Teresa R. Faust, Vermont Dept. of Libs., Berlin (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.