The autism spectrum : scientific foundations and treatment
"Written for the wide range of physicians and professionals who treat children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), this book reviews the scientific research on the nature and causes of autism, outlines best treatment practices with children and describes a comprehensive assessment...
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Table of Contents:
- 1. Austin Nosology: definitions and diagnoses
- 2. Epidemiology
- 3. Phenomenology: the neuropsychology of autism Gerry Stefanatos
- 4. Pathophysiology: the neuroscience of autism Gerry Stefanatos
- 5. Etiology: syndromic autism
- 6. Etiology: essential autism
- 7. Autism screening and diagnostic evaluation
- 8. Educational treatments for children with ASDs
- 9. Habilitative treatments for children with ASDs: speech and occupational therapy, assistive technology
- 10. Behavioral treatments for children with ASDs
- 11. Medication and nutritional treatments for children with ASDs
- 12. Diagnosis and assessment of adults with ASDs
- 13. Service and treatment planning for adults with ASDs