Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Complete Guide to Understanding Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and Other ASDs

Based upon Chantal Sicile-Kira's professional and personal experiences with autistic disorders, this comprehensive and accessible source covers all aspects of autism conditions, including Asperger's Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder, including:

- The causes of autism spectrum disorders

- How to properly diagnose ASDs

- Treatments based on physiology, sensory, and biomedical interventions

- Coping strategies for families

- Educational programs

- Living and working conditions for adults with ASDs

- Autism Treatment Evaluation Checklist (ATEC)

This book was the Autism Society of America's Literary Work of the Year in 2005. ISBN: 0399530479, By Chantal Sicile-Kira.