"A Perigee book." Includes bibliographical references (p. [337]-350) and index.
Contents:
The myths and history of autism spectrum disorders -- What autism spectrum disorders are and how to know if a person has one -- What causes autism spectrum disorders and why do people with ASDs act the way they do? -- Newly diagnosed adults and parents of children with an ASD: after the diagnosis -- Treatment, therapies, and interventions -- Family life -- Education -- Community life -- Adults living and working with autism spectrum disorders -- Closing comments.
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