Description
Book SynopsisAutism Spectrum Disorder highlights current key topics for this complex and challenging developmental neurobiological disorder. In a very practical and concise manner, the reader will find a state-of-the-science review combining key factual knowledge with practical clinical considerations. Written in a user-friendly fashion, this text provides key fact boxes, summary questions, and references for further readings to enhance understanding. This invaluable book incorporates practical clinical knowledge within a didactic framework to provide a comprehensive overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across the lifespan.
Trade ReviewThis is an excellent and concise guide to autistic disorder... Any professional involved in the care of individuals with autistic disorder should be aware of the information contained in this convenient pocket book. * Doody's Listings *
Table of ContentsTable of Contents ; Chapter 1 - Autism - Historical Perspective, Theories, and DSM Diagnostic Criteria ; Tiberiu Bodea and Martin J. Lubetsky ; Chapter 2 - Recognition of Autism Spectrum Disorder - Early Identification and Diagnosis ; John J. McGonigle, Virginia Martin and Martin J. Lubetsky ; Chapter 3 - Medical Evaluation and Co-morbid Psychiatric Disorders ; Carla A. Mazefsky, Robyn Filipink, Jodi Lindsey and Martin J. Lubetsky ; Chapter 4 - Neurobiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder ; Kathryn McFadden, Nancy J. Minshew and K. Suzanne Scherf ; Chapter 5 - Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) ; Jennifer B. Alfieri, Rebecca Burkley and John J. McGonigle ; Chapter 6 - Introduction to Treatment Chapters: Treatment Overview ; Benjamin L. Handen, Johanna Taylor, Kylan Turner and Martin J. Lubetsky ; Chapter 7 - Early Childhood Interventions ; Louise A. Kaczmarek, Kylan Turner and Jennifer B. Alfieri ; Chapter 8 - Language Interventions ; Diane L. Williams and Lori J. Marra ; Chapter 9 - Feeding, Sleep and Toileting Interventions ; Kristine Kielar, Cynthia R. Johnson and Benjamin L. Handen ; Chapter 10 - Educational Issues - School-age ; Michelle Lubetsky, Virginia Martin and Benjamin L. Handen ; Chapter 11 - Transition-age and Adult Interventions ; John J. McGonigle, Allen Meade Gregory and Martin J. Lubetsky ; Chapter 12 - Addressing Behavioral and Emotional Challenges in School-age Children and Adolescents with ASD ; Carla A. Mazefsky and Benjamin L. Handen ; Chapter 13 - Social Challenges and Social Skills Interventions ; Michelle Lubetsky, Melissa Smiley Jacobson and Benjamin L. Handen ; Chapter 14 - Pharmacologic Interventions ; Benjamin L. Handen, Tiberiu Bodea, Rameshwari V. Tumuluru and Martin J. Lubetsky ; Chapter 15 - Future Directions ; Martin J. Lubetsky, Benjamin L. Handen, and John C. McGonigle ; Index
