Autism and its medical management : a guide for parents and professionals

Autism and its medical management : a guide for parents and professionals / Michael G. Chez.

Autism and its Medical Management explains the medical aspects of autism and how both parents and professionals can use current medical knowledge to better understand how to address the medical aspects of autism. The book begins with an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) and how they are d...

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Main Author: Chez, Michael G.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2008.
Subjects:
Autism in children.
Autism in children > Treatment.
MEDICAL > Pediatrics.
HEALTH & FITNESS > Children's Health.
MEDICAL > Gynecology & Obstetrics.
Autism in children
Autism in children > Treatment
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Table of Contents:
  • What is normal development? Does my child have autism?
  • Understanding the diagnosis of autism
  • Defining the clinical aspects of autism spectrum disorders
  • What type of autistic spectrum disorder does my child have?
  • Current recommendations for medical evaluation
  • The role of medical laboratory diagnostic testing
  • Neuroanatomy and neuroimaging
  • Electroencephalography : the relationship of epilepsy or epileptic activity
  • Genetics
  • Why are autism spectrum disorders increasing?
  • Vaccinations, mercury, and autism
  • Immunology and autoimmunity : is there a causative relationship with autistic spectrum disorders?
  • Theories on a prenatal cause
  • Common alternative medicine theories
  • Overview of treatment
  • Choosing a physician
  • Non-medically sanctioned alternative approaches
  • Overview of medicines : no cure, but symptomatic treatments can help
  • Medicines prescribed for behavioral problems
  • Treating EEG abnormalities and epilepsy
  • Immunological medical therapy
  • Gastrointestinal issues
  • Medications for core symptoms of language and behavior
  • A rational approach to medical treatment : case studies.

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