Could It Be Autism?: A Parent's Guide to the First Signs and Next Steps - Hardcover

Wiseman, Nancy D.; Koffsky, Kim Painter

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0767919726 ISBN 13: 9780767919722

Publisher: Harmony Books, 2006

Synopsis

A practical handbook designed to assist parents in detecting the early signs of autism and other related disorders--including Asperger's Syndrome and Rett Syndrome--explains why early intervention can improve a child's chances for a successful life and provides vital information on screening tests, the diagnostic process, creating an effective treatment plan, and more. 40,000 first printing.

About this title

About the Author

Nancy Wiseman is the founder and president of First Signs, Inc., a national nonprofit organization dedicated to educating parents and pediatric professionals about the early warning signs of autism and other developmental disorders. First Signs provides professionals with tools and training and parents with education and support to help young children stay on a healthy developmental path. Nancy is the mother of Sarah, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. Today—at age nine—Sarah stands as a powerful and positive example of the impact that early identification and intensive intervention can have on young children with developmental delays and disorders. This little girl, once so profoundly delayed, has made remarkable progress, much like the organization she inspired seven years ago.

Edition details

• Publisher: Harmony Books
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0767919726
• ISBN 13: 9780767919722
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 257