Current research shows that at least one in 110 U.S. childrennow has autism, and the number keeps rising. Parents of thesechildren become full-time researchers, always looking for the latestinformation on doctors, education, and treatments, and parentsof girls with autism face particularly unique challenges. Aftercountless hours of study, Tony Lyons shares what he has learned.Following his comprehensive guide to treatment options, <em>Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism</em>, he now presents the essential guide toparenting a girl with autism.<br /><br />In <em>1,001 Tips for the Parents of Autistic Girls</em> you will learn how todeal with troubling issues such as periods, birth control, and therisks of sexual abuse. Both mom and dad will learn which menstrualpads work best and why the ones with wings just are notthem. And how exactly do you get your daughter to actually startusing them? Other topics will include:<ul> <li> How to get the most useful evaluation </li> <li> Where to find other parents of autistic girls </li> <li> Getting insurance to cover treatments </li> <li> Coping with the unique social issues that girls face </li> <li> Legal issues and Medicaid pros and cons </li> <li> Maintaining a social life for both you and your daughter </li> <li> Handling marital stress and divorce </li> <li> Where to go on vacation </li> <li> And many more! </li></ul>From what to do when you first suspect your daughter might haveautism, to coping with the first diagnosis, to following up withcomprehensive evaluation, continuing education, and treatment,<em>1,001 Tips for the Parents of Autistic Girls</em> is the book that everyparent of an autistic girl needs.