Caring for autism practical advice from a parent and physician

When your child is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, you have questions. As ASD parents themselves, Michael and Lori Ellis provide a holistic view of what comes after diagnosis, answer the most commonly asked questions, discuss what medications and therapies are available, and examine the...

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Main Authors: Ellis, Michael A. (Author), Ellis, Lori Layton (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York, NY, United States of America : Oxford University Press, [2018]
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Summary:When your child is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, you have questions. As ASD parents themselves, Michael and Lori Ellis provide a holistic view of what comes after diagnosis, answer the most commonly asked questions, discuss what medications and therapies are available, and examine the global impact ASD has on the child's environment.
Physical Description:xi, 220 pages ; 21 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780190259358
0190259353
Author Notes:Dr. Michael A. Ellis was born and raised in Vero Beach, FL. He attended medical school at Nova Southeastern School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia. He is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and expert in treating Autism Spectrum Disorder. He seeks to educate the parents of children with ASD to help both the parents and the children navigate the medical and lifestyle challenges on this life-long journey. He has a wife and 3 children and the oldest child, currently 13 years old, has autism spectrum disorder.