A parent's guide to Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism : how to meet the challenges and help your child thrive
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A parent's guide to Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism : how to meet the challenges and help your child thrive
Guilford Press, c2002
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- : hbk
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 261-267) and index
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Description
Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism are detected earlier and more accurately today than ever before. Children and teens with these disorders often stand out for their precocious intelligence and language abilities -- yet profound social difficulties can limit every aspect of their lives. This hopeful, compassionate guide shows parents how to work with their children's unique impairments and capabilities to help them learn to engage more fully with the world and live as self-sufficiently as possible. From leading experts in the field, the book is packed with practical ideas for helping children relate more comfortably to peers, learn the rules of appropriate behavior, and participate more fully in school and family life. It also explains what scientists currently know about autistic spectrum disorders and how they are diagnosed and treated. Real-life success stories, problem-solving ideas, and matter-of-fact advice on everything from educational placements to career planning make this an indispensable reference that families will turn to again and again.
Table of Contents
Preface. Part I: Understanding Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism. What are Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism? The Diagnostic Process. Causes of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Treatments for Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism. Part II: Living with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism. Channeling Your Child's Strengths: A Guiding Principle. Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism at Home. Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism at School. The Social World of Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism. Looking Ahead: Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism in Late Adolescence and Adulthood. Resources.
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