Description: This is a book for professionals to share with families of young children (0-5 years) who have been or are in the process of being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The authors help families 1) navigate a child's ASD diagnosis and treatment options, 2) understand the range of early intervention professionals and their respective roles, and 3) learn that communication is a critical aspect of diagnosis and intervention.
Review Quotes: "Uniquely promotes integration of Applied Behavior Analysis and SLP strategies in supporting communication by students with autism â ] The authors deserve high marks for effectively translating their speech-language research expertise into accessible language applicable to families' daily lives." --Travis Thompson, Ph.D., LP