Autism Spectrum Disorders Through the Lifespan

This professional textbook covers every aspect of Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD), from science to services, from the most disabling Kanner's syndrome to the most high-functioning Asperger syndrome, and from birth to old age. The book contains the latest research on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, intervention and support of individuals with ASD, and examines their implications at various stages of life. A wide range of neurological, genetic, psychological, developmental, social, and emotional issues are covered, and the author also includes less accessible information on the diagnosis and treatment of associated psychiatric and medical conditions, the overlap between the ASDs and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and the management of behavioural and forensic problems. The author does not presume existing technical knowledge and the background to new methods of assessment, such as functional magnetic resonance imaging, standardized clinical and psychological assessment, and genetic testing, is explained. This book will be an indispensible primary resource for paediatricians, psychiatrists, clinical and educational psychologists, specialist nurses, counsellors, psychotherapists, legal professionals and others working with individuals of all ages who are on the autism spectrum. It will also be of interest to any carers and people with an ASD who want to know about the up to date research into the causes and treatment of the disorder.

ISBN 184310993X   Pages 576 ISBN13 9781843109938 (What's this?)   Weight (grammes) 1315 Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers   Published in London Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers   Height (mm) 246 Format Paperback   Width (mm) 173 Publication date 15 Oct 2011   Spine width (mm) 43 DEWEY 616.85882   Academic level General DEWEY edition DC22

Preface. Why this Book? Stigma. Biological vs. Experimental. Limits. Acknowledgements. Dedication. Introduction.; Chapter 1. Neurology or Psychology?; Chapter 2. Sub-cortical Neurology.; Chapter 3. Neocortical Neurology.; Chapter 4. Neuropsychology of PDD.; Chapter 5. Communication and Cognition in PDD.; Chapter 6. Developmental, Social and Emotional Considerations.; Chapter 7. The Autistic Syndrome.; Chapter 8. Presentation in Infancy.; Chapter 9. Presentation in Middle Childhood (First School).; Chapter 10. Presentation in Late Childhood and Adolescence (Secondary School and College).; Chapter 11. Discovery of PDD in Adulthood.

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