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What you need to know about autism / Christopher M. Cumo.

by Cumo, Christopher M.

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Greenwood, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC, 2019.

616.85882 C971w

Autism -- Treatment.

Autistic people -- Family relationships.

Autism -- Case studies.

Inside diseases and disorders.

9781440862922 (hc.)

xvii, 160 p. ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Essential questions -- What is autism? -- The history of autism -- Causes and risk factors -- Signs and symptoms -- Diagnosis, treatment, and management -- Long-term prognosis and potential complications -- Effects on family and friends -- Prevention -- Issues and controversies -- Current research and future directions -- Case illustrations.

Greenwood's "Inside Diseases and Disorders" series explores some of the key diseases and disorders, both physical and psychological, affecting the world today. Each book examines a condition holistically, covering topics such as signs and symptoms, causes and risk factors, diagnosis and management, and prevention. They also address broader issues of vital importance, including the effects on family and friends and medical and societal controversies related to the condition. Every book lists 10 "essential questions" readers are likely to have and features engaging case studies that offer real-world insights. -- From publisher's description.

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