Six out of 1,000 children worldwide are currently affected by autism spectrum disorder, including autism and Asperger Syndrome. These disorders disturb the development of the mind. They cause a wide variety of communication problems, social difficulties, and repetitive or obsessive behaviors. At one end of the spectrum, severe autism can leave a person unable to talk or interact with others. At the other end of the spectrum, someone with mild Asperger Syndrome might have unusual habits and...
Six out of 1,000 children worldwide are currently affected by autism spectrum disorder, including autism and Asperger Syndrome. These disorders disturb the development of the mind. They cause a wide variety of communication problems, social difficulties, and repetitive or obsessive behaviors. At one end of the spectrum, severe autism can leave a person unable to talk or interact with others. At the other end of the spectrum, someone with mild Asperger Syndrome might have unusual habits and problems holding conversations. Learn the possible causes of autism and Asperger Syndrome, new treatments and diagnostic tools, and more in this insightful overview.
A Different Kind of Mind 7From "Changeling Children" to the Autism Spectrum 24What Causes Autism Spectrum Disorders 42Testing and Diagnosing Asd 62Therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorders 72Coping and Living With Asd 92The Journey Ahead 106Glossary 112Resources 117Further Reading and Websites 119Source Notes 121Selected Bibliography 122Index 124