The myths and history of autism spectrum disorders -- What autism spectrum disorders are and how to know if a person has one -- What causes autism spectrum disorders and why do people with ASDs act the way they do? -- Newly diagnosed adults and parents of children with an ASD: after the diagnosis -- Treatment, therapies, and interventions -- Family life -- Education -- Community life -- Adults living and working with autism spectrum disorders -- Closing comments
Summary
"Based on nearly two decades of Chantal Sicile-Kira's personal and professional experiences with individuals and families affected by this growing epidemic, Autism Spectrum Disorders explains all aspects of the condition. Book jacket."--Jacket
Notes
"A Perigee book."
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages [337]-350) and index
