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.
Covers a wide range of topics in a straight forward, common sense manner, such as diagnosis, different behavioral therapies, family stress issues, and lots of other vital information. Essential reading for parents of young children with autism.
Temple Grandin, Author
Thinking in Pictures
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Outstanding book and a tremendous resource for parents of autistic children. It is also a must-read for anyone else working to help children with autism reach their full potential. The AAP and the book's editors, pediatricians Drs. Alan Rosenblatt and Paul Carbone (who also happens to be the parent of a child with autism), know what they're talking about!
Richard E. Besser, MD, FAAP
Chief Health and Medical Editor
ABC News
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Parents looking for a resource after an autism diagnosis will pull Autism Spectrum Disorders, What Every Parent Needs to Know off the shelf with great frequency. The AAP and Drs, Carbone and Rosenblatt cover complex issues in an accessible manner. I will recommend this resource to families in need of quality information regarding services and supports for their children with autism.
Patricia Wright, PhD, MPH
Executive Director, Autism Services
Easter Seals
