Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Complete Guide to Understanding Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and Other ASDs

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Penguin, 2004 - Health & Fitness - 360 pages

Based on nearly two decades of Chantal Sicile-Kira's personal and professional experiences with individuals and families affected by this growing epidemic, Autism Spectrum Disorders explains all aspects of the condition, including:

- The causes of autism spectrum disorders
- How to properly diagnose ASDs
- Treatments based on behavioral, psychological and biomedical interventions
- Coping strategies for families
- Educational needs and programs
- Living and working conditions for adults with ASD
- Community interaction
- Teaching strategies and resources for educators and other professionals

 

Contents

The Myths and History of Autism Spectrum Disorders
1
What Causes Autism Spectrum Disorders
28
Newly Diagnosed Adults and Parents of Children
52
Treatments Therapies and Interventions
86
Family Life
139
Education
179
Community Life
239
Adults Living and Working with Autism Spectrum Disorders
276
Closing Comments
309
Appendix
313
Resources
317
Bibliography
337
Index
351
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About the author (2004)

Chantal Sicile-Kira, author of Autism Spectrum Disorders, is a national speaker and advocate who has been involved with autism spectrum disorders for nearly 20 years, first as a professional and then as a parent. She currently hosts a weekly radio show, "The Real World of Autism with Chantal," on Autism One Radio. Her company, Autism Making a Difference, Inc., provides workshops and training materials.

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