Autism Spectrum Disorders [Hardcover]

Chantal Sicile-Kira (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 7, 2003

The National Autistic Society estimates that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) now affects 500,000 families in the UK alone, while one in 86 children have an ASD-related special educational need. This one-stop reference guide introduces the reader to an understanding of this complex disorder, touching on all aspects related to ASD (including Asperger's syndrome), with a detailed resource section for those wanting more in-depth information on specific areas. With chapters on the causes of ASD, diagnosis, treatment and diet, this guide provides practical information in a clear and concise manner.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'Given autism's high-profile media, Chantal Sicile-Kira's book could not be more timely. This will be one of those smart, authoritative, user-friendly guides which will...be the essential volume that both parents, health professionals and a wide general readership will reach for in order to fathom this confounding condition' Douglas Kennedy

About the Author

Chantal Sicile-Kira has over twenty years' professional experience in ASD throughout the world and is uniquely qualified to write on this complex subject being the parent of an autistic child. Chantal currently writes and presents workshops on advocating for children with special needs and, with the help of her son, trains college students to be future autism professionals.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Random House (August 7, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0091891604
• ISBN-13: 978-0091891602
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,508,754 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Chantal Sicile-Kira's passion for empowering others, her love of writing, and her personal interest in autism has led her to become an award-winning author, speaker, and leader in the field of adolescence and transition to adulthood. She has been involved with autism spectrum disorders for over 25 years as both a parent and a professional on both sides of the Atlantic. Chantal recently founded AutismCollege.com, which provides practical information and training to parents and educators.

A former researcher on BBC documentaries and a line producer on a TV Series in Paris, Chantal is the author of five books on autism. She blogs on Huffingtonpost.com, and PsychologyToday.com.

Jeremy, Chantal's son, was highlighted in the Newsweek cover story "Growing up with Autism" and featured in the MTV documentary True Life series, in "I Have Autism" which was the recipient of a 2008 Voice Award. Chantal's experience of raising her son in France, the UK and California was the subject of a 22 page article in the French professional journal on education and research for special education, La Nouvelle Revue de l'Adaptation et de la Scolarisation, June 2006, published by INS HEA.

Book Awards
Chantal's first book, Autism Spectrum Disorders, was the recipient of the 2005 Autism Society of America's Outstanding Literary Work of the Year Award, and was nominated for the 2005 PEN / Martha Albrand Award for First Nonfiction. The UK edition was the winner of the 2003 San Diego Book Award for 'Best in Health.'

Her second book, Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum was awarded the 2006 San Diego Book Award for "Best in Health/Fitness."