Book description
The National Autistic Society estimates that Autism Spectrum
Disorders (ASD) now affects 500,000 families in the UK alone, while
one in 86 children have an ASD-related special educational need.
Autism Spectrum Disorders is an essential one-stop reference guide
introducing 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. The book is invaluable not
only for parents and professionals who work with children but also for
potential employees and anyone who works in the public sphere. With
chapters on the causes of ASD, diagnosis, treatment and diet, this is
a uniquely accessible guide providing practical information in a clear
and concise manner.
'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
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.
