A Practical Guide to Autism

A thoughtful and accessible resource on the autism spectrum fully updated for the changes included in the DSM-5 Now in its second edition, A Practical Guide to Autism delivers an easy-to-follow and authoritative handbook on caring for children on the autism spectrum. Written by two of the premier US authorities on autism, the book walks parents, teachers, family members, and other caregivers through the most frequently experienced medical and behavioral issues exhibited by children on the spectrum. The guide also explains how to teach adaptive and coping skills, deal with sleep problems, handle sibling and family issues, and plan for future care into adulthood. A Practical Guide to Autism also offers: Additional and valuable resources for parents and professionals compiled by autism experts and reviewed by the parents of children on the autism spectrum Explorations of new evidence-based treatments created after the publication of the first edition A thorough introduction to the definition of autism, its features, causes, and its diagnosis Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers of children on the autism spectrum, the second edition of A Practical Guide to Autism is an indispensable and accessible resource for anyone responsible for the wellbeing of children with an autism diagnosis.