Bibliograph

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

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

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 181-201) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Autism and its medical management

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

181359045

Responsibility statement

Michael G. Chez

Sub title

a guide for parents and professionals

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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