Bibliograph

Autism spectrum disorders, H.W. Poole ; series consultant, Anne S. Walters, PhD, Chief Psychologist, Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital, Clinical Associate Professor, Alpert Medical School/Brown University

Type

Label

Autism spectrum disorders, H.W. Poole ; series consultant, Anne S. Walters, PhD, Chief Psychologist, Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital, Clinical Associate Professor, Alpert Medical School/Brown University

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

10+

resource.interestGradeLevel

Grades 4 to 6

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Autism spectrum disorders

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

905758695

Responsibility statement

H.W. Poole ; series consultant, Anne S. Walters, PhD, Chief Psychologist, Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital, Clinical Associate Professor, Alpert Medical School/Brown University

Series statement

Mental illnesses and disorders : awareness and understanding

Summary

"Experts say that as many as 1 in 68 American kids may fall somewhere on the autism spectrum. Autism affects people's ability to communicate and socialize. The disorder can be a challenge sometimes, but people with autism are also capable of amazing things. Learning as much as you can about the disorder can make it easier to cope with it. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like they are alone with their problems. Whether you're seeking information for family, friends, or yourself, these books help explain the challenges faced by people with mental disorders"--, Publisher's website

Table Of Contents

Understanding autism spectrum disorder -- Major symptoms of ASD -- Causes of ASD -- Living with ASD

Target audience

juvenile

Classification