Autism & Asperger's Syndrome, Special Needs 

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with a pervasive developmental disorder (autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Rett Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, or PDD-NOS), this book is for you. In an informative style, weaved with personal stories from parents, author Mitzi Waltz covers various topics: getting a diagnosis(including preparing for a diagnostic interview in a medical, psychiatric, or school setting, with descriptions of all diagnostic tests and checklists/questions used by professionals), treatment options (such as medications/supplements, sensory integration, occupational/physical/speech therapy, behavior modification, Floor time, and more), and coping with diagnosis and treatment (including emotions and support systems, insurance, and educational plans). Helpful sections include: The Medical Facts about PDDs Getting a Diagnosis Medical Interventions Insurance School Finances Support Resources Research and Testing Facilities Diagnostic Tools - from Amzon