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Autism affects more than 1 million children and adults in the United States, and parents may be confused by the behavior of autistic children. This book provides helpand hopeby explaining the differences between various types of autism and delivering the lowdown on behavioral, educational, medical, other interventions. Featuring inspiring autism success stories as well as a list of organizations where people who support those with autism can go for additional help, it offers practical advice on how to educate children as well as insights on helping people with autism use their strengths to maximize their potential in life.
Stephen Shore, EdD (Brookline MA), serves on the board for several autism spectrum-related organizations and he has written Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome (1-931282-00-5) and edited Ask and Tell: Self Advocacy and Disclosure For People on the Autism Spectrum (1-931282-58-7). Linda G. Rastelli (Middletown, NJ) is a veteran journalist who specializes in health and business. Temple Grandin, PhD (Fort Collins, CO) is the author of the bestselling Thinking in Pictures (0-679-77289-8) and Emergence: Labeled Autistic (0-446-67182-7).

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #12965 in Books
• Published on: 2006-09-19
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 384 pages

Synopsis
Autism affects more than 1 million children and adults in the United States, and parents may be confused by the behavior of autistic children. This book provides help and hope by explaining the differences between various types of autism and delivering the lowdown on behavioural, educational, medical, other interventions.Featuring inspiring autism success stories as well as a list of organizations where people who support those with autism can go for additional help, it offers practical advice on how to educate children as well as insights on helping people with autism use their strengths to maximize their potential in life. Stephen Shore, EdD (Brookline MA), serves on the board for several autism spectrum related organizations and he has written Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome (1 931282 00 5) and edited Ask and Tell: Self Advocacy and Disclosure For People on the Autism Spectrum (1 931282 58 7). Linda G. Rastelli (Middletown, NJ) is a veteran journalist who specializes in health and business.Temple Grandin, PhD (Fort Collins, CO) is the author of the bestselling Thinking in Pictures (0 679 77289 8) and Emergence: Labeled Autistic (0 446 6718

From the Back Cover
Identify signs and symptoms for early intervention
Get the right diagnosis and customized treatment plan for your loved one or yourself
This reassuring guide explains the symptoms of autism, how it's diagnosed, and the current options for treatment. You'll get helpful information on the latest in genetic and biomedical research, as well as coverage of special-needs financial planning, legal rights for education, and handling issues unique to adults with autism.
Discover how to

*Find and work with autism specialists

*Create and help manage an effective educational plan for your child

*Enhance communication and social skills

*Evaluate treatment options

*Explore other helpful autism resources

About the Author
Stephen M. Shore, MA, who was diagnosed on the autism spectrum, is a doctoral candidate who lectures and consults internationally on autism.
Linda G. Rastelli, MA, is an award-winning writer with 20 years of experience writing about health, education, and business topics.