| Description |
x, 294 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Note |
Previous edition: 2009. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
An accessible guide to the most recent information about autism. The revised and updated second edition of A Practical Guide to Autism offers an authoritative guide to the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of Autism/Autism Spectrum Disorder. Written by two highly regarded medical professionals, the book offers parents, family members, and teachers a useful review of the concept of autism, its diagnosis, and the most current treatments available. This comprehensive resource covers the range of the condition in infants, young, and school age children, adolescents, and adults. The authors explore evidence-based treatments and review of some of the alternative and complementary treatments proposed for autism. Information on educational programs and entitlement services are also provided. In addition, the book contains information on issues, such as medical care, medication use, safety, behavioral, and mental health problems. The book covers the range of ages and entire spectrum of autism and provides an introduction to the diagnostic concept. With the expanding number of treatments and interventions this book is a useful guide for all those involved in caring for individuals on the autism spectrum. |
| Subject |
Autism in children -- Popular works.
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Autistic children -- Services for -- Popular works.
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Autistic children -- Care -- Popular works.
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| Genre |
Self-help publications.
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| Added Author |
Wiesner, Lisa A., author.
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| Added Title |
Guide to autism |
| ISBN |
9781119685678 (paperback) |
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