What Science Tells Us about Autism Spectrum Disorder: Making the Right Choices for Your Child

by Geraldine Dawson

What have scientists learned about the causes of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? Can parents do anything to prevent it? Why do different kids have such different symptoms, and what are the best ways to deal with them? Will there ever be a cure? From leading autism researchers Raphael Bernier, Geraldine Dawson, and Joel Nigg, this accessible guide helps parents put the latest advances to work for their unique child. From the impact of sleep, exercise, diet, and technology, to which type of professional help might be the right fit, the authors cover it all with expertise and compassion. Above all, they emphasize that current progress makes this an encouraging time for anyone who wants to help children and teens on the spectrum live to their fullest potential.
 

1 pages, Audio CD

Published March 1, 2021

Reviews

[Kathryn Weber · Rating 1 out of 5]

I knew I was going to have issues with this book when the author specifically mentioned that autistic self-advocates prefer using autistic person (rather than person with autism) yet continues to consistently use person with a risk or “on the spectrum” rather than the preferred language.

This book was a huge disappointment. The historical information was fine, but the science is outdated. So many of the sources are too old to be relevant. I checked the date of publication, thinking it surely must be older than it is.

Parents interested in learning more about autism should look instead for books written by people who are actually autistic.

I am glad I checked this out from the library and didn’t waste money on this.