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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-10019934972X

ISBN-139780199349722

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Number of Pages520 Pages

Publication NameAutism Spectrum Disorder

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2016

SubjectDevelopmental / Child, General, Developmental / General

TypeTextbook

AuthorChristopher Mcdougle

Subject AreaPsychology

SeriesPrimer on Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height1 in

Item Weight31.7 Oz

Item Length9.9 in

Item Width6.9 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

LCCN2015-006840

ReviewsThe autism spectrum is a wide landscape that this smartly conceived book maps with sweep and precision. The brilliant cartographer, "The autism spectrum is a wide landscape that this smartly conceived book maps with sweep and precision. The brilliant cartographer -- autism guru Christopher McDougle -- is that rare expert who is both renowned clinician and leading researcher. He brings together both communities in this indispensable book." -- Ron Suskind, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of "Life, Animated -- A Story of Sidekicks, Heroes and Autism.""In this comprehensive text, Christopher McDougle embraces the complexities of Autism, engaging a world-class group of clinicians and scientists to update us on its various clinical presentations, etiological heterogeneity, diagnostic strategies and multimodal treatments." -- James F. Leckman, MD, PhD, Professor of Child Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Psychology, Yale University, New Haven, CT"Chris McDougle and his colleagues have prepared a helpful text for students and more advanced trainees about advances in autism - diagnosis, etiology, and treatment. The book presents well-researched chapters in each of these areas, as well as some attention to a few other issues in autism, including the key area of transition to adulthood. Each chapter ends with a few key points for students to remember. The book is a welcome and useful addition to thetraining of the next generation of clinicians working with families caring for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders." -- James M. Perrin, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, John C. Robinson Chair in Pediatrics, MassGeneral Hospital for Children, Founding director, Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health

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Table Of ContentForewordSection 1: Background and Diagnostic Assessment1. From Infantile Autism to Autism Spectrum: Evolution of the Diagnostic Concept2. Social, Cognitive, and Behavioral Development of Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder3. Social, Cognitive and Affective Development of Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder4. Differential Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan5. Medical Evaluation of Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder6. Psychiatric Co-morbidity in Autism Spectrum Disorder7. Neurological Co-morbidities in Autism Spectrum Disorder8. Genetic Disorders Associated with the Autism Spectrum Disorder Phenotype9. Autism Spectrum Disorder in the ElderlySection 2: Etiology10. Neuroimaging of Autism Spectrum Disorder11. Genetics of Autism Spectrum Disorder12. Epidemiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder13. Neuropathology of Autism Spectrum Disorder14. Immunological Aspects of Autism Spectrum DisorderSection 3: Treatment15. Behavioral Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder16. Psychopharmacology of Autism Spectrum Disorder17. Complementary and Alternative (Biomedical) Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder18. Speech and Language Assessment and Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder19. Occupational Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder20. Social Skills Training for Autism Spectrum DisorderSection 4: Other Care Delivery Services and Perspectives21. Educational Issues in Autism Spectrum Disorder22. Vocational Rehabilitation and Training for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder: History, Practices and New Directions23. Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder24. Effective Communication and Management with the Family and in the Community25. Autism Spectrum Disorder from a Family Perspective26. From an Individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder's Perspective

SynopsisThe Primer on Autism Spectrum Disorder provides a quick yet comprehensive overview of clinically-relevant topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for the medical or mental health student, trainee, or recent graduate who seeks efficient learning. Chapters are designed to give an overview of a topic area in real time while on a rotation; while studying for professional board examinations in primary care, pediatrics, neurology or psychiatry; or even during preparation for a presentation or discussion scheduled to occur the next day. The sections include Background and Diagnostic Assessment, Etiology, Treatment, and Other Care Delivery Services and Perspectives, with each chapter written by an internationally recognized expert in the field. The chapters on diagnosis and treatment are written from a practical "how to" perspective. Those on etiology are written with the clinician in mind. These clinically-focused chapters include one or more vignettes that present simulated patient cases designed to highlight teaching points related to each chapter's content area. The book ends with a chapter written by family members of individuals with ASD and another written by an adult with ASD that illustrate the human impact these disorders have on day-to-day lives, hopes, and dreams. At the end of each chapter, "Key Points" for summarizing the intended take home messages of each author/authors are listed., The Primer on Autism Spectrum Disorder provides a quick yet comprehensive overview of clinically-relevant topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for the medical or mental health student, trainee, or recent graduate who seeks efficient learning. Aspects of diagnosis, etiology, treatment and care delivery systems are covered by leading experts. Clinical vignettes, highlighted Key Points, and illustrative photos, figures and tables are used to enhance the learning experience for the reader.

LC Classification NumberRJ506.A9