Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z: Assessment, Diagnosis... & More! [Paperback]

Barbara T Doyle (Author), Emily Doyle Iland (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1932565078 | ISBN-13: 978-1932565072 | Publication Date: January 1, 2004 | Edition: 1

Awarded the Exceptional Parent Symbol of Excellence!

 

This extremely comprehensive book goes step-by-step through the symptoms, definitions, assessments, and diagnoses of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). The authors describe ASDs in terms of the parents, teachers, the school system, medical professionals, adult service providers, and private agencies involved. In addition to revealing what parents and professional can expect, this book also provides practical strategies to improve the assessment process and help the child or adult deal with the stress of the evaluations. Finally, they tackle the controversial issues surrounding the causes of ASD and available treatment options.

Helpful sections include:

• Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
• The Diagnostic Process
• Characteristics of ASD 
• Considerations in the Diagnosis of ASD
• Diagnostic Criteria, Explained
• Beginning the Process of Assessment and Diagnosis 
• The Role of the School System
• The Role of the Parent
• The Role of Adult Service Providers and Agencies
• Options for Adults Referring Themselves for Diagnosis
• The Role of Teachers
• The Assessment ProcessChallenges in the Assessment Process for Professionals, Parents and Individuals

Editorial Reviews

Review

“What do you get when you combine experience, impeccable research and common sense into a new book for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their parents, and professionals who work with them? Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, by Barbara Doyle and Emily Iland. A product of passion, punctuated with case studies of real life experiences and presented in an easy-to-read format, this is a must have book for every parent and professional new to ASD—and for those that have been around the block a few hundred times!”
Dennis Debbaudt, author of Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals

 

“This is a masterpiece! Every parent and professional connected to a person with ASD will treasure the encyclopedic knowledge available in ASD from A to Z. Doyle and Iland have anticipated all the questions that might arise—from diagnosis through adulthood—in the life of a person with ASD. The information you need is presented with deep caring. It is as if a good and wise friend is there to guide you.”
Nancy Margulies, Counseling Psychologist, Award-winning educational author of Mapping Inner Space and Map It!, Maps Mindscapes and More, Brian's Brain, and Magic Seven

 

“Now the information that only a few 'experts' had access to is available to everyone. The various therapies and assessments are meshed into a readable, comprehensive whole. Parents will love this book! Thank you, Emily and Barbara!”
Rebeca Zavaleta, mother of a ten-year-old daughter with ASD

 

About the Author

Barbara Thompson Doyle, MS, is a special education professional with over thirty years of experience in developmental disability services. A consultant in private practice, she is well known and respected for her practical and positive approaches to addressing the needs of children and adults with disabilities. As an enthusiastic lecturer, teacher and trainer, Ms. Doyle travels extensively to bring her holistic, humane and effective approaches to others. Ms. Doyle is "Aunt Barbara" to Tom Iland, who has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Emily lives in Santa Clarita, CA, with her husband Steve and their family. In Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, she draws on her experiences advocating for her son Tom who has ASD, and assisting other families. Emily’s co-author is her sister, Barbara Doyle, who shares her perspective as an educational professional and autism specialist.

Emily translated their book into Spanish and published the Spanish version in June, 2005. Los Trastornos del Espectro de Autismo de la A a la Z is the winner of the 2006 Outstanding Literary Work of the Year from the Autism Society of America. In April, 2007 both books were awarded the Exceptional Parent Magazine Symbol of Excellence Award.

Emily is a member of the Transition Task Force of the California Blue Ribbon Commission on Autism and will be providing data from her thesis to inform the Commission’s legislative recommendations. She is the Secretary of the Autism Society of America, Los Angeles, and a founding member of SCAAN, Santa Clarita Autism Asperger Network. Emily is a founding member of C.L.E.A.R, Community and Law Enforcement Aware Response, a collaborative to reduce criminal involvement of people with disabilities and help law enforcement officials be informed in their response to people with special needs.

 

Product Details

• Paperback: 462 pages
• Publisher: Future Horizons; 1 edition (January 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932565078
• ISBN-13: 978-1932565072
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #352,985 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, easy to follow and understand, August 28, 2004

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Christopher Avanessian (Valencia, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z: Assessment, Diagnosis... & More! (Paperback)

After purchasing many books on Autism Spectrum Disorders I finally found one that made it clear what to do with the diagnosis, how to get help, and how to handle a part of my life that has seemed so out of control. After my son was diagnosed I had no idea what to do. This book covers all of my questions and answered them clearly. I especially love the real life stories the Doyle sisters use to help me "get it".
There wasn't so much technical jargon that it interfered with my reading and understanding the material.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn about Autism Spectum disorders and how to manage your life with them. I've loaned this book to 2 preschool teachers and a family that is trying to understand the Spectrum disorders.
This book is a necessary element to your home library or a great gift to family members and teachers alike.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EASY to read!, August 2, 2004

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Jackie (Valencia, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z: Assessment, Diagnosis... & More! (Paperback)

I highly recommend this book which is logically organized in an easy-to-read format. As the title suggests, it answered all my questions regarding early signs and symptoms, the difference between an autism spectrum disorder and ADHD, appropriate testing and diagnosis, all the way through interventions and treatment. The two authors include case history and examples that parents can relate to, especially since one of the authors is a parent of a child diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. I have referred to this book many times to quickly look up information, and have found the bulleted lists and tables extremely helpful, especially since I am a visual learner!

5.0 out of 5 stars This book, in both Spanish and English, is wonderful, February 2, 2010

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Catherine S. Garcia (Santa Clarita, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z: Assessment, Diagnosis... & More! (Paperback)

This book is incredible -- and award winning. It provides a great deal of information in a simple format.

The English version was published in 2004. The Spanish version, "Los Trastornos del Espectro de Autismo de la A a la Z.", was published in 2005. It was honored with the International Latino Book Award for Health that year and, in 2007, both books received the Exceptional Parent Magazine "Symbol of Excellence Award."

Emily Iland has worked tirelessly to help her son, and the children, grandchildren, siblings and spouses of many others to obtain assistance and develop abilities once thought unattainable. She has developed programs with the assistance of the local school district and law enforcement/city agencies to protect, educate and aid the special needs community. Her sister is equally accomplished.

This book is truly special and will benefit anyone who reads it.