Autism: Understanding the Disorder

by Gary B. Mesibov, Laura G. Klinger, Lynn W. Adams

Book Overview

This volume is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of autism for the many educated and thoughtful parents, professionals, and other concerned citizens with an interest in these important issues. It has grown out of our assumption that there are many people interested in our field who want the most up-to-date information available without having to locate and read through the growing literature in this area. From our university bases, we are...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0306455471
• ISBN13: 9780306455476
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

from Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disability

"...the book provides an invaluable guide for parents or professionals keen to update themselves on the diagnosis, treatment, and causes of autism. It should also prove a very useful introduction for students and others who want to nkow more about this fascinating condition."

Parents - Read this first! Easy to read, but very complete.

From a parent's perspective, this is the first book to be read when autism is suspected in your child. Missing are the generalizations and stereotypes, as well as conflicting symptoms, found in many other books. Lots of helpful information to help you understand your child better, how to best help him/her at home and the various treatments/therapies available to your child. If your child doesn't meet the "classic" symptoms of autism, this book will bring better understanding of the all encompassing term "autism."

Short and sweet

Manages to pack an incredible amount of information into a very small space, while remaining wonderfully clear and jargon-free. Invaluable for anyone who wants to acquire an overnight grasp on the state-of-the-art research into autistic spectrum conditions, their causes, and the best methods of education and treatment.