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Foreword by Fred R. Volkmar, M.D.
Note to Reader
PART I: DIAGNOSIS Introduction
1. The Many Faces of Autism
2. Who Diagnoses My Child? Going Beyond Your Pediatrician
3. Understanding Your Child’s Behaviors
4. Autism Spectrum Disorders—The Facts, Theories, Studies, and Information You Should Know
PART II: TREATMENT Introduction
5. How to Make the Right Treatment and Intervention Decisions for Your Child
6. Standard Treatments and Interventions for ASDs
7. You Have the Power—Advocating for Your Child’s Legal Rights
8. On Your Mark, Get Set…Start Treatment
PART III: COPING Introduction
9. In the Beginning: Coming to Terms with the Diagnosis and Issues Surrounding the Diagnosis
10. Beyond Soccer Games and Ballet Classes: Coping with Issues Surrounding Treatments, Services, and Schools
11. Inside and Outside the House: Coping with Everyday Life
12. Brothers and Sisters: Coping with Sibling Issues
13. Keeping It Personal: Coping with Your Marriage, Your Family, and Your Self
14. Advice to Loved Ones: Coping Tips for Family and Friends
PART IV: HEALING
15. Thoughts on Healing…
Appendix A: Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT)
Appendix B: Diagnostic Criteria for the Five Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Appendix C: Treatments and Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Appendix D: National Organizations for Autism in the United States
Appendix E: International Organizations for Autism
Appendix F: Internet Resources
Appendix G: Recommended Reading
Glossary
Notes
Acknowledgments
Searchable Terms
About the Author
Praise
Credits
Cover
Copyright
About the Publisher
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