Asperger's syndrome : a guide to helping your child thrive at home and at school by Docter, Melinda, Naqvi, Syed, M.D instant download

Asperger's syndrome : a guide to helping your child thrive at home and at school by Docter, Melinda, Naqvi, Syed, M.D instant download

vi, 218 p. ; 23 cm, Includes index, A mother's longing to understand her son -- Diagnostic challenges in Asperger's syndrome -- Comorbid disorders: isn't having just Asperger's syndrome enough? -- The parents' guide to recognizing and diagnosing Asperger's syndrome -- The next steps -- Repetitive thoughts and behaviors: when your child can't stop thinking about vacuums or similar objects -- Theory of mind: how to walk in my shoes -- ADHD and executive function: putting your thoughts in order -- Communication: the door to friendships, independence, and knowledge -- Anxiety and depression: worries and sadness -- Sensory needs or avoidance: itchy clothes, smelly foods, noisy rooms -- Behavior as communication: I will make you understand even if my words don't make sense -- Current and future research in neuroimaging, Includes bibliographical references and index