Description |
222 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 181-201), resources (pages 211-215) and index. |
Contents |
What is normal development? Does my child have autism? -- Understanding the diagnosis of autism -- Defining the clinical aspects of autism spectrum disorders -- What type of autistic spectrum disorder does my child have? -- Current recommendations for medical evaluation -- The role of medical laboratory diagnostic testing -- Neuroanatomy and neuroimaging -- Electroencephalography : the relationship of epilepsy or epileptic activity -- Genetics -- Why are autism spectrum disorders increasing? -- Vaccinations, mercury, and autism -- Immunology and autoimmunity : is there a causative relationship with autistic spectrum disorders? -- Theories on a prenatal cause -- Common alternative medicine theories -- Overview of treatment -- Choosing a physician -- Non-medically sanctioned alternative approaches -- Overview of medicines : no cure, but symptomatic treatments can help -- Medicines prescribed for behavioral problems -- Treating EEG abnormalities and epilepsy -- Immunological medical therapy -- Gastrointestinal issues -- Medications for core symptoms of language and behavior -- A rational approach to medical treatment : case studies. |
Subject |
Autism in children.
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Autism in children -- Treatment.
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Autistic Disorder -- diagnosis.
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Autistic Disorder -- drug therapy.
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Autistic Disorder -- therapy.
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ISBN |
9781843108344 pb alkaline paper |
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1843108348 pb alkaline paper |
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