Essential clinical guide to understanding and treating autism /
by Fred R. Volkmar, Lisa A. Wiesner.
- First edition.
- 1 online resource
Includes bibliographical references and index.
What is autism : history, causes, and current research -- Screening and diagnostic assessment -- Approaches to providing medical care -- Frequent medical conditions and problems -- Working with attorneys and other referral sources -- Securing services -- Infants and preschool children -- School-aged children -- Adolescents and adults -- Behavioral and psychiatric problems : issues and interventions -- Considering medications for behavioral and mental health problems -- Considering complementary and alternative treatments -- Supporting families.