Fred R. Volkmar

Rhea Paul

Sally J. Rogers

Kevin A. Pelphrey

The newest edition of the most comprehensive handbook on autismand related disorders Since the original edition was first published more than aquarter of a century ago, The Handbook of Autism and PervasiveDevelopmental Disorders, Volume 1: Diagnosis, Development,and Brain Mechanisms, has been the most influential referencework in the field of autism and related conditions. The new,updated Fourth Edition takes into account the changes in thedisorders' definitions in the DSM-V and ICD-10 that may haveprofound implications for diagnosis and, by extension, access toservices. Along with providing practical clinical advice--includingthe role of psychopharmacology in treatment—the handbookcodifies the ever-expanding current body of research throughoutboth volumes , offering a wealth of information on the epidemiologyof autism and the genetic, environmental, biochemical, social, andneuropathological aspects of the disorder. Volume 1 includes:Information on outcomes in adults with autism spectrumdisorders A range of issues and interventions important from infancy,though adolescence and beyond for individuals with autism spectrumdisorders Current information about play development, including skills,object play, and interventions Coverage of the state of genetic, biochemical, andneuropathological autism research Chapters on psychopharmacology and medical care in autism andrelated conditions The new edition includes the relevant updates to help readersstay abreast of the state of this rapidly evolving field and givesthem a guide to separate the wheat from the chaff as informationabout autism proliferates.

Handbook of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Diagnosis, Development, and Brain Mechanisms

The latest and most comprehensive resource on autism and related disorders Since the original edition was first published more than a quarter-century ago, The Handbook of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders has been the most influential reference work in the field. Volume 2 of this comprehensive work includes a wealth of information from the experts in their respective specialities within the larger field of autism studies: Assessment, Interventions, and Social Policy Perspectives. Within the three sections found in Volume 2, readers will find in-depth treatment of: Screening for autism in young children; diagnostic instruments in autism spectrum disorders (ASD); clinical evaluation in multidisciplinary settings; assessing communications in ASD; and behavioral assessment of individuals with autism, including current practice and future directions Interventions for infants and toddlers at risk; comprehensive treatment models for children and youth with ASD; targeted interventions for social communication symptoms in preschoolers with ASD; augmentative and alternative communication; interventions for challenging behaviors; supporting mainstream educational success; supporting inclusion education; promoting recreational engagement in children with ASD; social skills interventions; and employment and related services for adults with ASD Supporting adult independence in the community for individuals with high functioning ASD; supporting parents, siblings, and grandparents of people with ASD; and evidence-based psychosocial interventions for individuals with ASD Special topic coverage such as autism across cultures; autism in the courtroom; alternative treatments; teacher and professional training guidelines; economic aspects of autism; and consideration of alternative treatments The new edition includes the relevant updates to help readers stay abreast of the state of this rapidly evolving field and gives them a guide to separate the wheat from the chaff as information about autism proliferates.

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