Let's Talk (PDF)

Communication is often a parents number-one concern when a young child is diagnosed with autism. With so many interventions available, how can families be sure theyre choosing the best option for their child? This accessible, straightforward book gives you the practical knowledge that you need to evaluate communication therapies and treatmentsand make sound decisions rooted in evidence-based practice. A practical resource from trusted experts on autism and communication, this book covers everything from autism fundamentals to the specifics of developing an individualized treatment plan for children birth to five. With the research-based knowledge and real-world guidance in these pages, you will be a well-informed advocate ready to provide the best support for your child on the spectrum. THIS BOOK HELPS YOU:arm yourselves with essential knowledge about autism and how its diagnosedunderstand the range of social communication behaviors you might see in your childlearn the how and why of developmental assessmentschoose evidence-based treatments and interventions that address your childs specific communication needs support your childs development of key skills, such as motor imitation, joint attention, play, and spontaneous communicationmake the most of available educational services, including IEPs and IFSPspartner effectively with SLPs, OTs, special educators, and paraprofessionalsnavigate the complex emotions associated with a childs autism diagnosisPRACTICAL MATERIALS: A sample Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) Form, a Setting Events-Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence Chart (SABC), helpful glossaries of educational terms and evidence-based practice terms, sample Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)