Medical and Educational Needs for Autism

Medical and Educational Needs for Autism aims to provide understanding and assistance to clinicians interacting with ASD patients and their caregivers. This book is divided into two clear sections, first the medical coverage and second, an educational section. The first section includes chapters on sleep disorders, feeding/nutrition concerns, and medication. The second section focuses on the education component which includes IEP processes and activities for daily living. - Includes case study examples in each chapter- Features a bulleted list to summarize main points in each chapter- Discusses toileting and GI concerns for patients with ASD- Outlines communication strategies and how to develop language skills for patients with ASD