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Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism, Fourth Edition

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Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism, Fourth Edition provides a thorough and timely exploration of the latest research, treatments, and interventions for autism. Compiled by Ken Siri and Tony Lyons along with over ninety experts, the book covers a broad range of topics including mitochondrial, antifungal, and physical therapies; speech, art, music, and sound therapies; and innovative approaches like HANDLE and indigenous healing. It also discusses emerging technologies such as iPad apps aimed at enhancing communication and organisation for children with autism. Rich with case studies and research, this edition is both comprehensive and up to date.
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This book is particularly suited for parents and caregivers of children with autism seeking a detailed and accessible guide to current and emerging treatments. It may also be valuable to professionals and educators looking for a multifaceted perspective on autism therapies.

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The parents of children with autism know that learning about treatments is a full-time job. For parents with limited time, ability, or resources, Ken Siri and Tony Lyons have compiled the latest in autism research and treatment.

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The parents of children with autism know that learning about treatments is a full-time job. For parents with limited time, ability, or resources, Ken Siri and Tony Lyons have compiled the latest in autism research and treatment.

Exploring the possible causes of autism and presenting novel therapies, medications, and interventions, Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism contains contributions from more than ninety experts on a wide variety of research findings, therapies, models, and multifaceted evaluation and treatment centres.

Revised and fully updated to include the latest developments, this fourth edition includes up-to-date information on mitochondrial, antifungal, and physical therapy treatments; about speech, art, music, and sound therapies; and how diets, HANDLE, indigenous healing, and other exciting new treatments can be used to help your child.

It also addresses developing technologies, like the iPad, which provides hundreds of apps that help kids with autism communicate and organise their day, and helps parents keep track of therapy schedules.

Filled with case studies and research, Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism is a detailed and informative guide for anyone affected by autism.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781629141749

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Skyhorse Publishing

Contributors:

  • Afterword by Teri Arranga

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 925g

Pages: 688

About the Author

Ken Siri, also the author of 1,001 Tips for the Parents of Autistic Boys, is the single parent of a boy with autism. He is the founder and president of Consilium Global Research, a Wall Street advisory firm. Ken is active in the autism community in New York City, where he and his son reside.

Tony Lyons is a book publisher and the parent of two girls, including one with autism, and is also the author of 1,001 Tips for the Parents of Autistic Girls.

Teri Arranga is the executive director of AutismOne. She is also a radio host and serves as the vice president of the Global Autism Collaboration.

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