| The Parent's Guide to the Medical World of Autism: A Physician Explains Diagnosis, Medications and Treatments Contributor(s): Aull, Edward (Author), Grandin, Temple (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1935274899 ISBN-13: 9781935274896 Publisher: Future Horizons OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders |
| Dewey: 616.858 |
| Physical Information: 0.61" H x 5.3" W x 7.98" (0.65 lbs) 216 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |
Contributor Bio(s): Grandin, Temple: - Temple Grandin earned her Ph.D. in animal science from the University of Illinois, went on to become an associate professor at Colorado State University, and wrote two books on autism, including the seminal ""Thinking in Pictures."" One of the most celebrated -- and effective -- animal advocates on the planet, Grandin revolutionized animal movement systems and spearheaded reform of the quality of life for the world's agricultural animals. |