The parent's guide to the medical world of autism : a physician explains diagnosis, medications & treatments / Edward Aull, MD, Behavioral Pediatrician ; foreword by Dr Temple Grandin.
Material type:
TextPublisher: Arlington, TX : Future Horizons Inc. ; [2013]Copyright date: ©2013Description: xxiv, 216 pages : illustrations ; 21 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 1935274899
- 9781935274896
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book
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Main Library | Parent/Teacher Resource Collection-Children's | 618.9285 A924 | Available | 33111007501030 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
"This is the first book I have read where a wise, highly experienced doctor has discussed his use of medications on many different types of individuals on the autism spectrum. This book is essential reading for every parent who has a child who is either taking medication or thinking about the use of medication."- Dr. Temple Grandin
When families are faced with a diagnosis of autism, they find themselves swimming in a vast sea of new terms and treatment options. It can be hard to know what to try or how to proceed. In this book, Dr. Aull identifies the best and safest treatment strategies for your child's particular diagnosis.
Dr. Aull explains how he assigns an autism diagnosis and presents the medical treatments available to children and young adults on the spectrum. He offers invaluable information on the results you can expect with all types of medications and what can be done to create a successful treatment regimen.
Includes index.
Diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders -- Causes of Autism -- Evaluations -- Autism -- Asperger's syndrome -- Medications -- Atypical antipsychotic medications -- ADHD -- Sleep issues -- Treatment examples -- Tenets of Treatment.