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A Parent's Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition
- How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive
- Narrated by: Kathleen Godwin
- Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins
- Categories: Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Publisher's Summary
Many tens of thousands of parents have found the facts they need about high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including Asperger's syndrome, in this indispensable guide. Leading experts show how you can work with your child's unique impairments - and harness his or her capabilities.
Vivid stories and real-world examples illustrate ways to help kids with ASD relate more comfortably to peers, learn the rules of appropriate behavior, and succeed in school. You'll learn how ASD is diagnosed and what treatments and educational supports really work. Updated with the latest research and resources, the second edition clearly explains the implications of the DSM-five diagnostic changes.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- Josh Sellitto
- 2019-09-20
overwhelming amount of information...
overwhelming amount of information and maybe not the best book to start with. wish it was simplified so I could better help my son in the now.
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- MSGPD
- 2019-12-19
Appropriate
This is an informative book. I don’t know if it’s applicable to all ASD cases.
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