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1 online resource |
| Contents |
Machine generated contents note: About the Authors -- About the Downloads (TBD) -- Acknowledgments -- Prologue -- 1. What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and How is it Diagnosed? 2. What Are the Characteristics of Young Children with ASD? 3. What Are the Social Communication Symptoms of ASD and How Are They Evaluated and Treated? 4. What Types of Professionals Work with Children with ASD? -- Appendix 4A: Example Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) Form -- Appendix 4B: Setting Events-Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence Chart (SABC) 5. What Types of Educational Services are Available for Children with ASD? -- Appendix 5A: Glossary of Educational Terms -- Appendix 5B: New York State Early Intervention Program Individualized Family Service Plan -- Appendix 5C: Sample Individualized Family Service Plan -- Appendix 5D: Sample Filled-In Individualized Education Program (IEP) 6. How to Choose Interventions and Treatments for Children with ASD -- Appendix 6A: Glossary of Evidence-Based Practice Terms 7. What Are the Most Effective Communication Interventions for Young Children with ASD? EpilogueSuggested Resources -- References -- Index |
| Summary |
"Communication is often a parent's number-one concern when a young child is diagnosed with autism. With so many interventions available, how can families be sure they're choosing the best option for their child? This accessible, straightforward book gives you the practical knowledge that you need to evaluate communication therapies and treatments--and make sound decisions rooted in evidence-based practice. A practical resource from trusted experts on autism and communication, this book covers everything from autism fundamentals to the specifics of developing an individualized treatment plan for children birth to five. With the research-based knowledge and real-world guidance in these pages, you will be a well-informed advocate ready to provide the best support for your child on the spectrum. THIS BOOK HELPS YOU: arm yourselves with essential knowledge about autism and how it's diagnosed understand the range of social communication behaviors you might see in your child learn the how and why of developmental assessments choose evidence-based treatments and interventions that address your child's specific communication needs support your child's development of key skills, such as motor imitation, joint attention, play, and spontaneous communication make the most of available educational services, including IEPs and IFSPs partner effectively with SLPs, OTs, special educators, and paraprofessionals navigate the complex emotions associated with a child's autism diagnosis PRACTICAL MATERIALS: A sample Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) Form, a Setting Events-Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence Chart (SABC), helpful glossaries of educational terms and evidence-based practice terms, sample Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)"-- Provided by publisher |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Autism in children.
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Autistic children -- Care
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Autistic children -- Family relationships
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Autistic Disorder
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MEDICAL -- Gynecology & Obstetrics.
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Autism in children
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Autistic children -- Care
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Autistic children -- Family relationships
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Autisme.
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Kinderen.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Fahim, Donia.
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| LC no. |
2015018504 |
| ISBN |
9781681250342 |
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1681250349 |
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9781681250366 |
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1681250365 |
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1598571206 |
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9781598571202 |
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9781681250359 |
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1681250357 |
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