The complete autism handbook : the essential resource guide for autism spectrum disorder in Australia and New Zealand / Benison O'Reilly and Kathryn Wicks
- Bib ID:
- 7014817
- Format:
- Book
- Author:
- O'Reilly, Benison, author
- Edition:
- 3rd ed.
- Description:
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- Edgecliff, NSW : Ventura Press, 2016
- ©2016
- xiv, 406 pages ; 24 cm
- ISBN:
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- 9781925183795 (pbk)
- 1925183793 (pbk)
- Summary:
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When first published in 2008, The Australian Autism Handbook quickly became the go-to guide for parents whose children have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. The Australian Autism Handbook is a practical and comprehensive guide to every aspect of raising an ASD child. Including: What is ASD? - Early signs and symptoms; Getting a Diagnosis; Early Intervention - early intervention is vital in helping a child with ASD; The Medical Maze - explains the evidence-based medical theories behind ASD and why there is such controversy. In this new edition, the book has been completely revised and updated with new chapters on: Dads and Siblings, Teen issues, Expanded information on autism and Asperger's syndrome, Updated information on early intervention DSM5 diagnostic criteria. The second part of the book is an invaluable Resource Guide which lists each federal and state supports plus a comprehensive list of websites and books.
- Notes:
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- Previous edition: Jane Curry Publishing, 2008.
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Subject:
- Other authors/contributors:
- Wicks, Kathryn, author
- Copyright:
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- Published status:
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- Publication date:
- 2016
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