Introduction

1. Critical Evaluation of Issues in Autism

2. Characteristics of Autism

3. Diagnosis and Assessment

4. What Causes Autism?

5. Are There Core Deficits in Autism?

6. Developing Treatments That Work

7. Are Other Treatments Effective?

8. Miracle Cures or Bogus Treatments?

9. Early Intervention, "Recovery," and "Best" Treatment

10. Educate Autistic Children!

Epilogue

Notes

Index

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Laura Schreibman is Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Director of the Autism Research Program at the University of California at San Diego.