"This is the first book I have read where a wise, highly experienced doctor has discussed his use of medications on many different types of individuals on the autism spectrum. This book is essential reading for every parent who has a child who is either taking medication or thinking about the use of medication."- Dr. Temple Grandin
When families are faced with a diagnosis of autism, they find themselves swimming in a vast sea of new terms and treatment options. It can be hard to know what to try or how to proceed. In this book, Dr. Aull identifies the best and safest treatment strategies for your child’s particular diagnosis.
Dr. Aull explains how he assigns an autism diagnosis and presents the medical treatments available to children and young adults on the spectrum. He offers invaluable information on the results you can expect with all types of medications and what can be done to create a successful treatment regimen.
Price: $14.95
Publisher: Future Horizons
Imprint: Future Horizons
Publication Date:
07 January 2014
Trim Size: 7.98 X 5.30 in
ISBN: 9781935274896
Format: Paperback
Dr. Aull is a behavioral pediatrician who has been diagnosing autism spectrum disorders and treating patients on the spectrum for more than 30 years. He practices in Carmel, Indiana, a suburb of Indianapolis, where he resides with his wife. Dr Aull spent 24 years in a general pediatric practice, which aided him in being able to distinguish normal behavior from abnormal behavior in children and young adults. For many years, Dr Aull has spoken at ADHD and autism conferences about the milder forms of autism spectrum disorders and how they may be diagnosed and treated.
Preface.....i
Foreword by Temple Grandin, PhD.....iii
Introduction.....xiii
1 Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders.....1
2 Causes of Autism.....19
3 Evaluations......27
4 Autism.....35
5 Asperger's syndrome.....57
6 Medications.....83
7 Atypical Antipsychotic Medications.....111
8 ADHD......133
9 Sleep Issues......161
10 Treatment Examples......169
11 Tenets of Treatment......179
In Closing.......191
About the Author.......193
Index.......195
