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Autism spectrum disorder

Marguerite Rodger
"Autism Spectrum Disorder is a term used to describe a group of developmental disorders that include autism, Asperger Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, and others. Many people with these disorders struggle with social interaction and communication. This informative book provides insight into how people diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder experience the world around them and promotes understanding and acceptance. A chapter for friends and family discusses how to handle autism spectrum disorder and its effects on siblings and…

Year: 2014
Call Number: 616.85
Lexile: 1100

Autism

Stephane Hillard
"Autism spectrum disorder (ASD or simply autism) is a mysterious disability. Doctors don't know what causes it, it's difficult to diagnose, there's no cure, and there's no universal treatment. Even though more people are diagnosed with autism today than ever before, it's hard for many people to understand why people on the spectrum think and behave the way they do. This book serves as a guide to help teens understand the signs and symptoms of ASD, how ASD is diagnosed and treated, and how knowing someone with ASD can change their lives. The…


The autism acceptance book

Being a Friend to Someone with Autism
Ellen Sabin
An introduction to autism for children, discussing how all people are different, what autism is and how it affects people, why people with autism may act differently, and ways to be thoughtful and supportive of friends with autism.

Year: 2006
Call Number: 363.3

What happens when someone has autism?

Katie Kawa
"Autism doesn't have one simple definition. It covers a spectrum of symptoms, which is why many people now call it autism spectrum disorder, and it affects people in many different ways. Many young people know someone with autism or are personally living with autism spectrum disorder, and they can benefit in important ways from this . . . look at life with autism"--Provided by publisher.


I know someone with autism

Sue Barraclough
Helps children learn about autism, explaining what autism is, how to be a friend to someone with autism, and how autism affects people.

Year: 2011
Call Number: 616.85
Lexile: 760

Living with autism

Megan Atwood
Describes living with autism, particularly for teenagers, explaining what autism is and how to relate to a person with autism.

Year: 2012
Call Number: 616.85

Why is autism on the rise?

Clay Farris Naff
Explores possible causes for the recent rise in autism. It looks at improved diganotistics of autism, vitamin deficiencies, and different environmental and behavioral reasons that could lead to autism.

Year: 2014
Call Number: 616.85

Handling autism

Racquel Foran
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD or simply autism) is a mysterious disability. Doctors don't know what causes it, it's difficult to diagnose, there's no cure, and there's no universal treatment. Even though more people are diagnosed with autism today than ever before, it's hard for many people to understand why people on the spectrum think and behave the way they do. This book serves as a guide to help teens understand the signs and symptoms of ASD, how ASD is diagnosed and treated, and how knowing someone with ASD can change their lives.


Autism

Michele Engel Edwards
Provides information about the developmental disorder known as autism, discussing its possible causes and treatments, looking at treatment options for children and adults, and examining Asperger's syndrome, a milder form of autism, as well as the autistic savant, a sufferer who exhibits genius in one or more areas.

Year: 2001
Call Number: 616.89

Autism

Toney Allman
Provides an overview of autism, explaining what autism is, how it is diagnosed, its symptoms and treatment, available therapies, and possible causes.

Year: 2010
Call Number: 616.85

Explaining autism

Robert Snedden
An introduction to autism that discusses what it is, the autism spectrum, signs, triggers, possible treatment options, what it is like to live with the disorder, how individuals with autism relate to other people, and related topics.

Year: 2010
Call Number: 616.85

Autism spectrum disorders

Ana Maria Rodriguez
Provides an overview of autism spectrum disorders, with information about the developmental disorders, their signs, treatment, and research, and case studies revealing what it is like to live with autism.

Year: 2011
Call Number: 616.85

The survival guide for kids with autism spectrum disorders (and their parents)

Elizabeth Verdick
Provides information and advice for kids who have an autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, including what these disorders are, ways to make things better at home, at school, and with friends, taking medicine, eating healthy foods, and more.

Year: 2012
Call Number: 618.92
Lexile: 810

Some kids have autism

Martha E. H Rustad
Explains what autism is and describes how children with autism may act. Includes a glossary, suggestions for further reading, and related Internet sites.

Year: 2008
Call Number: 618.92
Lexile: 330

Autism spectrum disorders

The Complete Guide to Understanding Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and Other ASDs
Chantal Sicile-Kira
Describes the causes, symptoms, and treatments of autism, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), and Asperger's syndrome, and discusses family life, education, community life, and living and working with the disorders as adults.

Year: 2004
Call Number: 618.92

Girls growing up on the autism spectrum

What Parents and Professionals Should Know About the Pre-teen and Teenage Years
Shana Nichols
Offers advice for parents of preteen and teenage girls with autism spectrum disorders, covering sex differences, diagnosis, developmental tasks, sexuality, puberty, self-perception, social issues, personal safety, and other related to concerns.

Year: 2009
Call Number: 618.92

An A-Z of genetic factors in autism

A Handbook for Parents and Carers
Kenneth J Aitken
Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about the main genetic conditions associated with autism, providing information about how commonly they occur, their causes, symptoms, treatment, and management. Lists sources of further information, including support groups.

Year: 2010
Call Number: 618.92

Autism every day

Over 150 Strategies Lived and Learned by a Professional Autism Consultant with 3 Sons on the Spectrum
Alyson Beytien
A guide for handling autism that combines real-life stories of challenges and successes with practical ideas from a mother with three autistic sons.

Year: 2011
Call Number: 616.85

A is for autism, F is for friend

A Kid's Book on Making Friends with a Child Who Has Autism
Joanna L Keating-Velasco
Helps middle school students better understand what autismis and encourages them to try and make friends with autistic students in the class.

Year: 2007
Call Number: 618.92

Autism

Sherry Bonnice
Presents a story that provides insights into the challenges faced by children suffering with autism, and the impact of the disability on family members and friends, and features facts about the history of autism, its causes, diagnosis, and treatments.

Year: 2015
Call Number: 618.92

Autism in heels

The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum
Jennifer Cook O'Toole
"'Autism in Heels,' an intimate memoir, reveals the woman inside one of autism's most prominent figures, Jennifer O'Toole. At the age of thirty-five, Jennifer was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, and for the first time in her life, things made sense. Now, Jennifer exposes the constant struggle between carefully crafted persona and authentic existence, editing the autism script with wit, candor, passion, and power"--Amazon.

Year: 2018

Autism spectrum disorders

Hilary W Poole
Experts say that as many as 1 in 68 American kids may fall somewhere on the autism spectrum. Autism affects peoples ability to communicate and socialize. The disorder can be a challenge sometimes, but people with autism are also capable of amazing things. Learning as much as you can about the disorder can make it easier to cope with it.

Year: 2019
Lexile: 960

Evidence-based practice and Autism in the schools

A Guide to Providing Appropriate Interventions to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
National Autism Center
Schools today face the challenge of providing appropriate services to a diverse and increasingly numerous student population diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In order to achieve this goal, evidence-based practice is essential in the schools. To assist school professionals as they strive to help these students reach their potential, the National Autism Center has produced this 2nd edition manual for educators. It features results of the National Standards Project, Phase 2, including information about the 14 ?Established…


My friend has autism

Kaitlyn Duling
Beginning readers are introduced to different characters who have autism, how autism may affect their actions, and how we can be good friends to people who have autism.

Lexile: 390

Understanding autism

Jessica Rusick
"In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of autism and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone with autism and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of autism is highlighted"--Provided by publisher.

Year: 2022
Lexile: 620