Autism Treatment Guide - Paperback

by Elizabeth K. Gerlach (Author)

This 3rd edition is a comprehensive resource guide for parents and professionals in the autism community. It presents facts, research information, and effective treatment options in a clear and concise way. Learn about:

• diagnostic process
• intervention techniques
• therapies
• biomedical treatments
• diets
• and much more

Every section includes a written introduction to that topic and an explanation of that topic's relevance to the field of autism, followed by a list of related resources and suggested readings. The real meat of this book is in the wide-ranging contact information:

• names
• numbers
• websites for clinics, medical centers, organizations, and key personnel

You can spend hours Googling, or you could buy this book. Helpful sections include:

• Diagnosis
• Tests
• Education
• Biomedical Interventions
• Dietary Interventions
• Sensory/Physical therapies
• Intensive Interventions
• Music Interventions
• Relaxation Techniques
• TEC list

Author Biography

Winner of the Outstanding Parent Achievement Award from the Autism Society of America, Elizabeth King Gerlach is the mother of two boys, one of whom has autism. She and her family reside in Oregon.