New Developments in Autism
The Future is Today
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Family & Relationships, Parenting, Special Needs
| Author: | Sally Wheelwright, Manuel F. Casanova | ISBN: | 9781846425578 |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Publication: | September 15, 2006 |
| Imprint: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Language: | English |
| Author: | Sally Wheelwright, Manuel F. Casanova |
| ISBN: | 9781846425578 |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Publication: | September 15, 2006 |
| Imprint: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Language: | English |
This international collection provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge research on autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) by well-known experts in the field, stressing the importance of early diagnosis and a good working relationship between parents and professionals. The contributors cover a wide range of aspects of ASDs, from early assessment techniques, neurodevelopment and brain function to language development, executive function and genetic research. They explore how individuals with ASDs think and give evidence-based guidance on how to handle difficulties with social interaction and language development using appropriate interventions. New Developments in Autism will be of great interest to professionals, researchers, therapists, parents and people with ASDs.
This international collection provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge research on autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) by well-known experts in the field, stressing the importance of early diagnosis and a good working relationship between parents and professionals. The contributors cover a wide range of aspects of ASDs, from early assessment techniques, neurodevelopment and brain function to language development, executive function and genetic research. They explore how individuals with ASDs think and give evidence-based guidance on how to handle difficulties with social interaction and language development using appropriate interventions. New Developments in Autism will be of great interest to professionals, researchers, therapists, parents and people with ASDs.
