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A Parent's Guide to Autism

Third Edition
How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive

Matthew D. Lerner, Sally Ozonoff, Geraldine Dawson, and James C. McPartland

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February 3, 2027
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Preface

I. Understanding Autism

1. What Does an Autism Diagnosis Mean?

2. How Autism Is Diagnosed

3. What Causes Autism?

4. Intervention and Support for Autistic Individuals

II. Living with Autism

5. Channeling Your Child’s Strengths: A Guiding Principle

6. Supporting Your Autistic Child at Home

7. Supporting Your Autistic Child at School

8. Helping Your Child Navigate the Social World

9. Preparing for Late Adolescence and Adulthood

10. Thinking Past Tomorrow: Autistic Identity, Community, and What It Means to Thrive

Resources

Bibliography

Index

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