The First Year: Autism Spectrum Disorders An

When parents learn that their child has autism, the news can be devastating, even paralyzing. Meanwhile, the first 12 months after diagnosis are the most important when it comes to intervention.As a parent of a child with autism, Nancy D. Wiseman knows firsthand how difficult it can be to unravel complex issues, discover what questions to ask, and find effective treatments. In this landmark guide, Wiseman offers both compassionate insight and a wealth of information for diagnoses from Asperger's to classic autism.Day by day, week by week, month by month,The First Year: Autism Spectrum Disorderswalks parents through a wide range of medical and lifestyle concerns, helps them navigate the healthcare, insurance, and educational systems, and ensures the best possible outcome for their child.

Nancy D. Wiseman is the author of Could It Be Autism? and founder of First Signs. Her 11-year-old daughter was diagnosed with autism at age two. They live in Merrimac, Massachusetts.

Foreword	p. xiii
Introduction	p. xvii

Learning: What Are Autism Spectrum Disorders?	p. 1
Living: Affirming the Diagnosis	p. 15

Learning: Are You Doubting the Diagnosis or Denying It?	p. 19
Living: Getting a Quick Start and a Second Opinion	p. 24

Learning: The Top Ten Most Essential Actions	p. 33
Living: Living with Autism, an Olympic Challenge	p. 37

Learning: Is Recovery Possible?	p. 40
Living: Understanding, Accepting, and Embracing the Diagnosis	p. 47

Learning: Getting Organized, Informed, and Connected	p. 50
Living: Managing the Business of Recovery	p. 57

Learning: Navigating Long Waiting Lists	p. 62
Living: Begin to Assemble Your "A" Team	p. 64

Learning: Defining Your Role and Your Family's Role	p. 79
Living: The Journey Ahead	p. 84
First-Week Milestone	p. 87

Learning: Diagnosis Is Not Enough	p. 89
Living: Understanding Your Child's Individual Profile	p. 94

Learning: Autism's Underlying Biomedical Factors	p. 101
Living: Finding the Right Biomedical Specialist	p. 105

Learning: Early Intervention	p. 110
Living: How to Access Early Intervention Services	p. 115
First-Month Milestone	p. 121

Learning: Know Your Rights; Know Your Insurance	p. 123
Living: The Financials: Planning Ahead	p. 144

Learning: Taking a Balanced, Integrated Approach to Intervention	p. 154
Living: Getting to Know the Treatments Available	p. 160

Learning: Making Observations and Understanding What They Mean	p. 188
Living: An Example of Integrated Therapy	p. 193

Learning: Understanding Your Child's Educational Needs	p. 203
Living: Finding the Appropriate School Program	p. 210

Learning: Preparing for the Educational Planning Process: Getting Your Ducks in a Row	p. 214
Living: Navigating the Public School System	p. 217
Half-Year Milestone	p. 231

Learning: When You're Not Getting What You Need from Your School District	p. 233
Living: Learning How to Advocate for Your Child	p. 239

Learning: Identifying Coexisting Conditions	p. 254
Living: More about Peeling Away the Layers	p. 258

Learning: Feeling Isolated, Staying Positive	p. 265
Living: Finding Resources and Building Your Support System	p. 270

Learning: Refining Your Child's Treatments	p. 276
Living: Assessing Your Professional Team and Using It Wisely	p. 282

Learning: Defining and Measuring Success: Assessing Your Mission and Goals	p. 286
Living: More about Goals: Is There a Difference Between Your Stated Goals and Your "Real" Goals?	p. 290

Learning: Finding Balance, Knowing You Have Made a Difference	p. 292
Living: Feeling Empowered, Finding Joy and Humor in Your Life	p. 296
The Early Indicators of Autism	p. 303
A Strawman Treatment Development Process	p. 309
Glossary	p. 313
Notes	p. 321
Acknowledgments	p. 331
Index	p. 335
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The First Year: Autism Spectrum Disorders An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed Child

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