| Description |
vi, 267 pages ; 23 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
The basics: questions 1-12 provide background information for understanding autism -- Diagnosing autism: questions 13-21 describe the symptoms of autism and discuss how autism is diagnosed -- Autism crisis: questions 22-27 address the controversy over the reported rising incidence rate of autism as well as the roles of vaccines and mercury -- Autism therapies and treatments: questions 28-35 describe the types of treatments available for autism and address the challenges of evaluating treatment options -- Medication and the treatment of autism: questions 36-43 cover common symptoms, side effects, and complications of autism and its treatment -- Alternative treatment for autism: questions 44-50 discuss complementary and alternative treatments for autism -- State and federal entitlement programs: questions 51-59 address entitlement programs for disabled children -- Caring for your child after you're gone: questions 60-69 discuss wills, trusts, and guardianship -- Education of autistic children: questions 70-79 discuss educational resources available for autistic children -- Living with autism: questions 80-94 address the challenges of daily life with an autistic child -- Stress: questions 95-99 discuss coping with the stress of autism. |
| Subject |
Autism in children -- Miscellanea.
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Parents of autistic children -- Miscellanea.
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Autistic Disorder.
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| Added Title |
100 questions and answers about autism |
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One hundred questions and answers about autism |
| ISBN |
0763738948 alkaline paper |
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9780763738945 alkaline paper |
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