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Books on Autism Spectrum DisordersNot Even Wrong: Adventures in AutismA Slant of SunBuilding Bridges through Sensory Integration First Five Things to Do After Your Child Is Diagnosed with Autism1: BUY "The Child with Special Needs" by Dr. Stanley Greenspan. It's a big book. You'll want to get started reading right away. 2: READ two takes on dealing with a new diagnosis: one that advocates treatments and cures, and another that specifically discourages them (scroll down to "Introduction for Parents of Autistic/AS Kids"). 3: JOIN an online support group like Families of Children with Autism to meet and share with others who have been where you are. 4: DOWNLOAD a "100 Day Kit" from Autism Speaks for some advice for getting started with services. 5: VISIT our listing of Autism Spectrum Disorder links for more information and ideas. Do you have suggestions for parents of children newly diagnosed with autism? Please share them in the forum. Books on Autism Spectrum DisordersNot Even Wrong: Adventures in AutismA Slant of SunBuilding Bridges through Sensory Integration |
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