Stephen Shore & Linda G. Rastelli 
Understanding Autism For Dummies [EPUB ebook] 

Foreword xvii
Introduction 1
Part I: Understanding Autism 9
Chapter 1: Autism: The Big Picture 11
Chapter 2: From Classification to Treatment: Scanning the Autism Spectrum 27
Chapter 3: Causes, Clusters, and Clues: Where Does Autism Come From? 39
Chapter 4: Getting a Diagnosis 53
Chapter 5: Asperger Syndrome and Autism 71
Part II: Addressing Physical Needs 93
Chapter 6: Injecting Yourself with Knowledge about Autism Medication 95
Chapter 7: Improving Immunity and Boosting Biochemistry 109
Chapter 8: Optimizing Nutrition 129
Part III: Enhancing Learning and Social Skills 145
Chapter 9: Choosing an Appropriate Behavioral, Developmental, or Educational Intervention 147
Chapter 10: Dealing with Learning and Sensory Differences 181
Chapter 11: Finding a Learning Environment That Fits Your Child’s Needs 207
Chapter 12: Legally Speaking: Making the Most of Your Child’s Education 235
Chapter 13: Fostering Healthy Relationships 253
Part IV: Living with Autism as an Adult 271
Chapter 14: For Adults with Autism: Living Well after K-12 273
Chapter 15: For Adults with Autism: Fostering Friendships and Romantic Relationships 301
Chapter 16: Special-Needs Planning for the Future 319
Part V: The Part of Tens 333
Chapter 17: Ten Tactful Responses to Challenging Questions or Comments 335
Chapter 18: Ten Things to Do after a Diagnosis 341
Appendix: Where to Go for More Help 345
Index 355

Stephen M. Shore, Ed D, who was diagnosed on the autism spectrum, is a college professor and an international lecturer and consultant on autism.
Linda G. Rastelli, MA, is an award-winning writer with 20 years of experience writing about health, education, and business topics.