Children with Autism: A Parent's Guide (Paperback)

by Michael D. Powers (Editor) "Autism is a very puzzling and painful disorder for parents to understand and deal with..." (more)
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"A shining example of an excellent book for parents...."

Product Description
For both the new parent coping with a child's recent diagnosis and one who's an experienced advocate, Children with Autism is a must-have reference. It is the trusted, respected source of information on autism and the other conditions within the spectrum of pervasive developmental disorder (PDD).

Now completely revised and updated, Children with Autism covers a multitude of special concerns, including daily and family life, early intervention, educational programs, legal rights, advocacy, and a look at the years ahead with a chapter on adults with autism. Parents can turn to this new edition for the latest information on current diagnostic criteria, Applied Behavior Analysis, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), autism advocacy via the Internet, and much more.

Another important feature of the book is the group of parent statements found at the end of each chapter. Here the reader gains the perspective and support from many other parents who share their own family's experiences. Other helpful features include a glossary, reading and resource lists, and a delightful collection of photographs of children with autism scattered throughout the book.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 427 pages
• Publisher: Woodbine House; 2 Sub edition (July 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1890627046
• ISBN-13: 978-1890627041
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #270,227 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading for parents and caretakers, February 22, 2001

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

In Children With Autism: A Parent's Guide, Michael Powers has gathered together an indispensable guide to the nature and terminology of the conditions collectively referred to as "autism" or Pervasive Developmental Disorder, including Autistic Disorder, Asperger's Disorder, Rett's Disorder, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. Parents are provided comprehensive information relevant to daily and family life, development, early intervention, educational programs, legal rights, advocacy. Of special note is the chapter dedicated to adults with autism. Current diagnostics criteria surveyed included Applied Behavior Analysis, medications, IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), as well as autism advocacy resources on the Internet. Highly recommended, essential reading for parents and caretakers of autistic children of any age or degree of severity, Children With Autism is thoroughly "reader friendly" and enhanced with a glossary, reading and resource list (including extensive web site listings), and photographs of children with autism.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars informative first-stop for parents of the newly diagnosed, June 23, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Children With Autism: A Parents' Guide (Special Needs Collection) (Paperback)

Although somewhat dated (the next edition is adding revisions to reflect new information & research), this was an excellent first read when my son was first diagnosed. A friend visited a chat room where the topic was "My child has just been diagnosed with autism. What do I do?" Powers' book was overwhelmingly recommended & it's easy to see why. This is a very comprehensive text giving the good, the bad & the ugly about autism (something the previous reviewer didn't appreciate). Autism isn't a pretty picture but knowledge is power & what you do with it determines your child's future. This is a good start.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The chapter on adjusting to the diagnosis was very helpful.., September 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Children With Autism: A Parents' Guide (Special Needs Collection) (Paperback)

The issues discussed in Chapter Two, Adjusting to Your Child's Diagnosis, were very relevant to me. This chapter dealt with many of the feelings I was experiencing as the parent of a newly diagnosed PDD child. I felt this chapter alone was worth the cost of the book.