Main description:

Coauthored by the premier expert on autism in the United States and an experienced academic and practicing pediatrician, this volume provides concise and practical information based on the most up-to-date research and clinical experience for primary care givers around the world. Showing clinicians how to most effectively use evidence-based techniques, this invaluable guide offers primary-care providers access to expert, current research and practice guidelines allowing them to confidently support children who present with symptoms of autism.

Contents:

Preface Chapter 1 What is Autism: History, Causes, and Current Research Chapter 2 Screening and Diagnostic Assessment Chapter 3 Approaches to Providing Medical Care Chapter 4 Frequent Medical Conditions and Problems Chapter 5 Working with Attorneys and Other Referral Sources Chapter 6 Securing Services Chapter 7 Infants and Preschool Children Chapter 8 School-Aged Children Chapter 9 Adolescents and Adults Chapter 10 Behavioral and Psychiatric Problems: issues and Interventions Chapter 11 Considering Medications for Behavioral and Mental Health Problems Chapter 12 Considering Complementary and Alternative Treatments Chapter 13 Supporting Families Appendix 1 Appendix 2