Understanding Autism For Dummies^?

by Stephen Shore; Linda G. Rastelli; Foreword by: Temple Grandin

• ISBN13: 9780470101827
• ISBN10: 0470101822
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2006-12-01
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

Autism affects more than 1 million children and adults in the United States, and parents may be confused by the behavior of autistic children. This book provides help-and hope-by explaining the differences between various types of autism and delivering the lowdown on behavioral, educational, medical, other interventions. Featuring inspiring autism success stories as well as a list of organizations where people who support those with autism can go for additional help, it offers practical advice on how to educate children as well as insights on helping people with autism use their strengths to maximize their potential in life. Stephen Shore, EdD (Brookline MA), serves on the board for several autism spectrum-related organizations and he has written Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome (1-931282-00-5) and edited Ask and Tell: Self Advocacy and Disclosure For People on the Autism Spectrum (1-931282-58-7). Linda G. Rastelli (Middletown, NJ) is a veteran journalist who specializes in health and business. Temple Grandin, PhD (Fort Collins, CO) is the author of the bestselling Thinking in Pictures (0-679-77289-8) and Emergence: Labeled Autistic (0-446-67182-7).

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction

Understanding Autism

Autism : The Big Picture

From Classification to Treatment: Scanning the Autism Spectrum

Causes , Clusters, and Clues: Where Does Autism Come From?

Getting a Diagnosis

Asperger Syndrome and Autism

Addressing Physical Needs

Injecting Yourself with Knowledge about Autism Medication

Improving Immunity and Boosting Biochemistry

Optimizing Nutrition

Enhancing Learning and Social Skills

Choosing an Appropriate Behavioral, Developmental, or Educational Intervention

Dealing with Learning and Sensory Differences

Finding a Learning Environment That Fits Your Child's Needs

Legally Speaking: Making the Most of Your Child's Education

Fostering Healthy Relationships

Living with Autism as an Adult

For Adults with Autism: Living Well after K-12

For Adults with Autism: Fostering Friendships and Romantic Relationships

Special -Needs Planning for the Future

The Part of Tens

Ten Tactful Responses to Challenging Questions or Comments

Ten Things to Do after a Diagnosis

Appendix: Where to Go for More Help

Index

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