Explaining autism /

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by Snedden, Robert.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Explaining-- Published by : Smart Apple Media, (Mankato, Minn. :) Physical details: 45 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm. Subject(s): Autism. Year : 2010 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
Location Collection Call Number Status Date Due
Stonepark Intermediate School HEALTH HEALTH / Illness / Mental / Snedden Available

Includes bibliographical references (p. 42) and index.

What is autism? -- Autism : a brief history -- The rise of autism -- The autistic spectrum -- The signs of autism -- Autism and inheritance -- The triggers of autism -- Autism and the body -- Autism and mental health -- Can autism be treated? -- Living with autism -- Autism and families -- Autism and school -- Asperger syndrome -- Autism and adulthood -- The future for autism.

Describes the illness, including its symptoms, how it affects physical and mental health, current treatments, and how people with autism live everyday lives.