Caring for autism : practical advice from a parent and physician

Caring for autism Practical advice from a parent and physician

Michael A. Ellis

Book - 2018

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.

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Subjects
Autism in children.
Autistic children > Care.
Parents of autistic children.
Published
New York, NY, United States of America : Oxford University Press [2018]
Language
English
Main Author
Michael A. Ellis (author)
Other Authors
Lori Layton Ellis (author)
Physical Description
xi, 220 pages ; 21 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9780190259358
  • Acknowledgments
  • Contributor
  • Chapter 1. A Father's Perspective on Autism
  • My Child's Diagnosis
  • Why Did This Happen to My Child?
  • Lessons Learned
  • Chapter 2. A Mother's Perspective on Autism
  • Chapter 3. Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • History of Autism
  • Symptoms of ASD
  • Diagnoses that Mimic ASD
  • Common Comorbid Disorders
  • Screening and Diagnostic Instruments
  • Medical Workup of Your Child
  • Other Referrals Needed
  • Chapter 4. What Causes Autism?
  • Possible Causes of Autism
  • Brain Differences in ASD
  • Genetic Causes
  • Environmental Causes
  • OBGYN Recommendations
  • Conclusion
  • Chapter 5. Autism's Effect on the Whole Family
  • Impact of ASD on the Family
  • Parenting Efficacy (Am I a Good Parent?)
  • Parenting Stress
  • Effect of ASD on Parents' Health
  • Hardships of Parenting a Child with ASD
  • How the Environment Affects the Child with ASD
  • ASD's Impact on the Marriage
  • ASD's Impact on Siblings
  • The Cost of ASD
  • Quality of Life and Well-Being
  • What Should I Do?
  • Coping and Acceptance
  • Social Support
  • Interventions/Therapies
  • Chapter 6. Psychopharmacology: Should I Use Medications for My Child?
  • What Symptoms Can Be Treated with Medications?
  • Stimulants
  • Nonstimulants
  • Other Medications that May Be Used Off-Label for ADHD
  • Atypical (Second-Generation) Antipsychotic Medications
  • Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
  • Antiepileptic (Anticonvulsant) Drugs
  • Glutamatergic and Gamma-Aminobutyric Acidergic Agents
  • Cholinergic Agents
  • Oxytocin
  • Other Agents
  • Sleep
  • Pharmacogenetic Testing
  • Conclusion
  • Chapter 7. Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies
  • Gluten-Free/Casein-Free Diet
  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids
  • Vitamin B6
  • Artificial Food Colors
  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
  • Chemical Chelation
  • Secretin
  • Melatonin
  • Cannabis
  • Tips on the Use of CAM
  • Chapter 8. Non-Medication Therapies for ASD
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention
  • Developmental Relationship-Based Approaches
  • Comprehensive Treatment Models for Early Intervention for Preschool Children
  • Parent Training
  • Social Skills Groups
  • TEACCH Program
  • Speech Therapy
  • General Recommendations
  • Chapter 9. The Educational System and Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Disciplinary Action
  • 11 Important Points for Individualized Education Programs
  • Predictors of Your Child's Educational Success
  • Chapter 10. Long-Term Planning and Legal Issues
  • Financial Planning
  • Health Insurance
  • Medicaid Waiver Programs
  • Guardianship
  • Special Needs Trust
  • SSI and Social Security Disability Insurance/Disabled Adult Child Benefits (SSDI)
  • Other Legal Issues
  • Letter of Intent
  • Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Your Adult Child and Vocational Issues
  • Chapter 11. Stages of Grief, Spirituality, and Religion
  • Meaning-Making Theory of Grief
  • Religion in the Individual with ASD
  • Chapter 12. Navigating the Journey
  • About the Author
  • Index
Review by Library Journal Review

Do you want to know what it's like to live with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a part of your daily family life? Or how you can you help yourself, your child with ASD, and the rest of your family to thrive while handling this multifaceted disorder? As the title suggests, this book is filled with practical advice from not only a physician trained in ASD but one who has a child with ASD at home. Ellis knows firsthand of what he speaks when advising parents about difficulties with family life, diagnosis, treatment choices, education, and parenting. The author also includes a chapter by his wife discussing the mother's point of view of raising three children and the challenges presented when the oldest has ASD. Other topics in this comprehensive and accessible look at all aspects of having a child with ASD and the effect on the entire family include ASD diagnosis, causes, medication, alternative medicine, education, therapies, and long-term planning. VERDICT A must-read for those who have a child diagnosed with ASD, their families, and caregivers. Suitable for any library with parenting and autism collections.-Lisa Jordan, Johnson Cty. Lib., Overland Park, KS © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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