autism in children

Offers techniques and strategies to help parents, teachers, and caregivers address the unique needs of girls with autism spectrum disorders at home and at school.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Offers parents of children with autism spectrum disorders practical advice and strategies to help them develop effective treatment plans that will address their developmental, social, emotional, behavioral, and educational needs.

Provides information about the developmental disorder known as autism, discussing its possible causes and treatments, looking at treatment options for children and adults, and examining Asperger's syndrome, a milder form of autism, as well as the autistic savant, a sufferer who exhibits genius in one or more areas.

Rupert Isaacson shares how he learned to connect with his autistic son Rowan through horses, describing the boy's unique ability to connect with horses and the many adventures the pair had as they traveled around the world riding horses.

A teaching resource for learning appropriate social skills, with pictures of good and bad examples of people in situations where they learn about communication; body language and other nonverbal cues; friendship; empathy; and dealing with school and work responsibly.

Describes the causes, symptoms, and treatments of autism, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), and Asperger's syndrome, and discusses family life, education, community life, and living and working with the disorders as adults.

Presents guidance for parents of autistic children on understanding an autism diagnosis and deciding on the best course of action for treating and caring for a child with autism or PDD (pervasive developmental disorder).

Offers educators and clinicians an overview of the latest research related to working with autistic children and adolescents, with information on the best techniques and practices for helping these students succeed in the classroom.