Understanding Autism For Dummies is a companion and counselor to caregivers of autistic children and adults. Drawing from a range of experts, this book includes sections on differentiating the various autistic disorders, particularly Asperger's syndrome, the role of genetics in autism, and the suspected relationship of childhood shots to autism as well as other suspected causes.  The book shares with readers the symptoms that may suggest autism, diagnosis and treatment of the disability, physical, speech, nutritional, and other therapies for autism.  Further sections discuss the problems of sensory stimulation, range of behavioral problems associated with autism, autistic savants, and how to educate children with autism.  In addition, readers will find autism success stories and how to calculate the costs of autistic care with the lack of financial aid for adults with autism as well as web sites and other resources for caregivers of autistic people.