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Autism Spectrum Disorders: What Every Parent Needs to Know is an invaluable resource for parents and caregivers of children who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Prepared under the editorial direction of 2 distinguished pediatricians who are autism experts--one of whom is also the parent of a son with autism--this book helps you understand how ASDs are defined and diagnosed and provides you with information on the most current types of behavioral and developmental therapies. It also helps parents understand what they can do to help promote a smooth transition from adolescence through the teen years and into adulthood.
Topics include
* Symptoms, frequency, and types of ASDs
* Accessing care
* Services in the community
* Tapping into educational resources
* Behavioral and developmental treatment
* The role of complementary and alternative medicine
* Screening tools
* Adolescence and beyond
You'll also find inspirational and supportive stories from other parents that will help you recognize that you're not alone on this journey. Autism Spectrum Disorders: What Every Parent Needs to Know provides you with tools to help navigate the sometimes challenging world of autism spectrum disorders.
Author Notes
Alan I. Rosenblatt, MD, FAAP, is a neurodevelopmental pediatrician in private practice in Skokie, IL. He has combined patient care, advocacy, and teaching throughout his career in a variety of clinical settings in the United States and abroad. He has received awards for clinical excellence and for his advocacy efforts. Dr Rosenblatt has held professional leadership positions at the local, state, and national levels, including on the Autism Expert Panel of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Paul S. Carbone, MD, FAAP, is a general pediatrician with an interest and experience in the area of autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities. He is an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and a coordinator for the autism program of the Utah Regional Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities program. Dr Carbone is a current member of the Council on Children with Disabilities Autism Subcommittee of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Publisher's Weekly Review
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of biologically based neurodevelopmental disorders that affect children's behavior and social and communication skills. Public awareness of autism and Asperger syndrome, two ASDs, has led to an increase in diagnoses, with approximately 1% of American children exhibiting symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Despite all the interest and attention, it is still difficult to determine whether a child has an ASD, since the conditions are complex and vary widely, and that is precisely why a parent with questions and concerns needs a reliable, authoritative resource. Edited by Rosenblatt and Carbone, two autism specialists, one of whom has a child with autism, and with contributions from nine physicians and eleven parents, this book provides up-to-date information and much compassion as it leads parents through the process of understanding ASDs and their possible causes; how to recognize symptoms; different behavioral and developmental treatments; the role of medication and alternative/complementary medicine; forming a partnership with the pediatrician; finding community support and care; and how to become a child's advocate and why one needs to. This book will help parents and their children learn about and face the challenges of living with autism-related conditions. While less personal than Lynn Kern Koegel's and Claire LaZebnik's Overcoming Austism and Growing Up on the Spectrum, this volume presents vital facts and figures and an excellent overview of ASDs, an ideal introductory handbook for parents, educators, and caregivers. (Oct.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.
Table of Contents
Please Note | p. xi |
Foreword | p. xiii |
Chapter 1 What are Autism Spectrum Disorders? | p. 1 |
Chapter 2 What Causes Autism Spectrum Disorders? | p. 21 |
Chapter 3 How do I Know if my Child has an Autism Spectrum Disorder? | p. 39 |
Chapter 4 Behavioral and Developmental Treatment | p. 67 |
Chapter 5 Tapping Educational Services | p. 91 |
Chapter 6 When other Therapies aren't Enough: The Role of Medication | p. 117 |
Chapter 7 The Role of Complementary and Alternative Medicine | p. 137 |
Chapter 8 Partnering with your Pediatrician | p. 163 |
Chapter 9 Services in your Community | p. 179 |
Chapter 10 Accessing Care | p. 195 |
Chapter 11 Adolescence and Beyond | p. 209 |
Chapter 12 Putting it all Together: Everyday Strategies for Helping your Child | p. 231 |
Chapter 13 Autism Spectrum Disorders and our Family | p. 249 |
Chapter 14 The Future of Autism Spectrum Disorders | p. 267 |
Chapter 15 Advocating for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders | p. 279 |
Afterword: Shana's Special Wish | p. 288 |
Appendixes | |
A Resources | p. 293 |
B Early Intervention Program Referral form | p. 303 |
C Emergency Information form for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders | p. 304 |
D Medication Flow Sheet | p. 306 |
Index | p. 307 |