The American Academy of Pediatrics is an organization of 67,000 pediatricians.Paul S. Carbone, MD, FAAP, is a general pediatrician, associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Utah, a member of the Council on Children with Disabilities Autism Subcommittee, and the parent of a son with autism.Alan I. Rosenblatt, MD, FAAP, is a neurodevelopmental pediatrician andan associate clinical professor of pediatrics at Northwestern University.
"Covers a wide range of topics in a straightforward, commonsense
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stress issues, and lots of other vital information. Essential
reading for parents of children with autism." Temple Grandin,
author, Thinking in Pictures: My Life with Autism
"[T]his guide is a wonderful resource to build that knowledge and
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where the dignity of every person is cherished, respected, and
empowered." Timothy P. Shriver, PhD, Chairman of the Board, Special
Olympics
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else working to help children with autism reach their full
potential." Richard E. Besser, MD, FAAP, Former Chief Health and
Medical Editor, ABC News
"The AAP and Drs Carbone and Rosenblatt cover complex issues in an
accessible manner. I will recommend this resource to families in
need of quality information regarding services and supports for
their children with autism." Patricia Wright, PhD, MPH, National
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" Autism Spectrum Disorders: What Every Parent Needs to Know is a
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"It is a must-have book for parents, service providers, and
advocates alike." Chris Plauché Johnson, MEd, MA, MD, FAAP. Medical
Director, Autism Community Network Clinical Professor (Retired),
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Cochair,
American Academy of Pediatrics Autism Subcommittee (2003--2007)
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