The Autisms, written by Mary Coleman and Christopher Gillberg, demonstrates that autism, like mental retardation, is a clinical presentation of numerous different diseases, many with genomic underpinnings. In this ground-breaking work, the authors explain in great detail how to clinically diagnose infants, children, adolescents and adults with autistic behavioral features and their psychiatric and neurological work-ups. This new edition contains several chapters on the associated ...

Self-injurious behavior occurs in almost half of those with autism and is one of the most devastating and challenging-to-treat behaviors. There are many different forms of self-injury, such as head banging, hand biting, hair pulling, excessive scratching, and much more. With contributions from the leading experts in research and treatment, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of self-injurious behavior (SIB) in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or related developmental disab...

For better or worse… That was the promise Denver and Kensa made, but it’s a sentiment they’ve somehow lost along the way. What started as a passionate wildfire has diminished to a flicker, all but snuffed out by unspoken fears, perceived betrayal, and a complete breakdown in communication. Can either of them tuck their ego away long enough to rekindle their flame?

Women of the Waiting Room, Volume 3: Survivor's Remorse — The Cost of Becoming is more than a book… it's a mirror, a release, and a call to rise.Curated by Dr. Jacquiline Cox, this powerful anthology brings together a collective of bold, faith-driven women who have faced life's hardest transitions—and lived to tell the truth about what it really costs to become.Because becoming isn't just elevation…It's grief.It's separation.It's outgro...

With its emphasis on quick-access, easy-to-digest content, Mulholland & Greenfield’s Surgery: Scientific Principles and Practice, Eighth Edition, is a gold-standard text for today’s residents and practicing surgeons. Edited by Drs. Justin B. Dimick, Hasan B. Alam, Timothy M. Pawlik, Mary Hawn, Julie Ann Sosa, and new co-editor Dr. Dawn M. Coleman, it balances scientific advances with clinical practice, reflecting rapid changes, new technologies, and innovative techniques in current surgica...

Revolutionary tales of resilience and growth, defiance and upheaval fromWC Dunlap • Rachel Pollack • Nick Mamatas • Evan J. Peterson • Rena Mason • S.B. Divya • Gerald L. Coleman • Mary Anne Mohanraj • Craig Laurance Gidney • Nadia Bulkin • Bogi Takács • Margaret KilljoyTomorrow is here! Superpowered nationalists, CRISPR babies, alien communists, bloodsucking buildings, holy street justice, otherworldly anarchists, resurrection in the post-apocalypse, and m...

Beaded jewelry making is a timeless craft that combines creativity, craftsmanship, and a touch of elegance. For centuries, beads have been used to create beautiful adornments that showcase personal style, cultural significance, and artistic expression. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artisan, making beaded jewelry offers a world of possibilities, from simple bracelets and earrings to intricate necklaces and statement pieces. The beauty of beaded jewelry lies in the wide variet...

Watercolor portraits have a unique charm that captures the essence of a person in a way that is both delicate and expressive. The medium itself lends a softness and fluidity, allowing the artist to blend colors and create lifelike skin tones, vivid details, and emotion-filled expressions. Whether you are a beginner or experienced artist, learning to paint watercolor portraits opens up a world of creativity and possibilities. In this guide, we will explore the fundamental techniques that br...

Everything is all fun and games until living on the "wild" side becomes the rule instead of the exception. It's good to be bad... within reason, of course. And in this case? It's very, very good.

Ceramic sculpting is a captivating art form that blends creativity, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to materials. It involves shaping clay into expressive and intricate forms, whether functional or purely artistic. Unlike traditional pottery, which focuses on creating vessels for everyday use, ceramic sculpting elevates the medium to an art form by pushing the boundaries of shape, texture, and design. The journey of ceramic sculpting begins with clay, a versatile material that has bee...

In Neurology of Autism, Mary Coleman, Catalina Betancur, G. Robert DeLong, Christopher Gillberg, Yoshiko Nomura, Lorenzo Pavone, Martin Ruggieri, and Michele Zappella use the tools of neurological analysis to address a number of the major questions that have arisen in the study of autism. The answers they present have important implications for the direction of future autism research, diagnosis, and treatment. What are the neurological signs and symptoms of autism? The latest info...

History of the United States is a compelling anthology that provides a rich tapestry of narratives portraying the dynamic evolution of America. Within its pages, readers will encounter a diverse range of literary styles, from historical analyses and reflective commentaries to vivid narratives that illuminate the nation's chronicles. This collection does not merely recount events but instead delves into the social, political, and cultural fabric that has shaped the United States across diff...