Synopses & Reviews
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 expertsone of whom is also the parent of a son with autismthis 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
Youll also find inspirational and supportive stories from other parents that will help you recognize that youre 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.
Review
"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 and The Way I See It
Review
"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." —Richard Besser, MD, FAAP, chief health and medical editor for ABC News
Review
"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." —Patricia Wright, PhD, MPH, executive director of autism services for Easter Seals
Review
"Instead of reading like a book, going through the pages of ASD: What Every Parent Needs to Know is more like having a casual conversation in your living room with an ASD wisdom person (or guru?)." —Chris Plauche, MD, FAAP, medical director of the Community Autism Network
Review
"An essential guide for parents of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As a Mom of a teenager with ASD, I wish a resource like this was available when my son was diagnosed in 2000." —Sandy Tiahart, HRSA grant representative for the Autism Program of Illinois
Synopsis
From autism and Asperger's syndrome through pervasive developmental disorders, this authoritative reference from the leading publisher in pediatric health care examines how autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are defined and diagnosed and reviews the most current behavioral and developmental therapy treatments available. Through this evidence-based guide, which reflects the new diagnostic thinking from the American Psychiatric Association, parents and caregivers will learn about the symptoms and the incidence of ASDs, screening tools, the roles of complementary and alternative medicine, and what to expect as these children grow into adolescence and beyond. They will also gain insight into how to tap into educational resources and community services and how to access care. In addition to the detailed findings and expert advice, real-life stories included in each chapter help diffuse the isolation many parents experience and offer inspiration and support.
About the Author
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 60,000 member pediatricians dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. Alan I. Rosenblatt, MD, FAAP, is a neurodevelopmental pediatrician and teaches general pediatrics at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago. He has combined patient care, advocacy, and teaching throughout his career in a variety of clinical settings in the United States and abroad and has received awards for clinical excellence and for his advocacy efforts. He has held professional leadership positions at the local, state, and national levels, including on the Autism Expert Panel of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He lives in Chicago. Paul S. Carbone, MD, FAAP, is a general pediatrician with experience in the area of autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities. He is an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Utah-Salt Lake City and a coordinator for the autism program of the Utah Regional Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Program. He is a member of the Council on Children with Disabilities Autism Subcommittee of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Please Note
Foreword
Chapter 1: What Are Autism Spectrum Disorders?
Chapter 2: What Causes Autism Spectrum Disorders?
Chapter 3: How Do I Know If My Child Has an Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Chapter 4: Behavioral and Developmental Treatment
Chapter 5: Tapping Educational Services
Chapter 6: When Other Therapies Arent Enough The Role of Medication
Chapter 7: The Role of Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Chapter 8: Partnering With Your Pediatrician
Chapter 9: Services in My Community
Chapter 10: Accessing the Care
Chapter 11: Adolescence and Beyond
Chapter 12: Putting It All Together: Everyday Strategies for Helping Your Child
Chapter 13: Autism Spectrum Disorders and Our Family
Chapter 14: The Future of Autism
Chapter 15: Advocating for Children with Autism
Appendixes
A: Resources
B Early Intervention Program Referral Form
C: Emergency Information Form
D. Medication Flow Chart
Index