Autism Spectrum Disorder highlights current key topics for this complex and challenging developmental neurobiological disorder. In a very practical and concise manner, the reader will find a state-of-the-science review combining key factual knowledge with practical clinical considerations. Written in a user-friendly fashion, this text provides key fact boxes, summary questions, and references for further readings to enhance understanding. This invaluable book incorporates practical clinical knowledge within a didactic framework to provide a comprehensive overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across the lifespan.
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This is an excellent and concise guide to autistic disorder... Any professional involved in the care of individuals with autistic disorder should be aware of the information contained in this convenient pocket book. * Doody's Listings *
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1 Autism---Historical Perspective, Theories, and DSM Diagnostic Criteria |
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2 Recognition of Autism Spectrum Disorder---Early Identification and Diagnosis |
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3 Medical Evaluation and Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders |
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4 Neurobiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder |
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5 Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) |
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6 Introduction to Treatment
Chapters: Treatment Overview |
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7 Early Childhood Interventions |
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9 Feeding, Sleep, and Toileting Interventions |
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10 Educational Issues: School-Age |
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11 Transition-Age and Adult Interventions |
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12 Addressing Behavioral and Emotional Challenges in School-Age Children and Adolescents with ASD |
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13 Social Challenges and Social Skills Interventions |
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14 Pharmacological Interventions |
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| Future Directions |
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Martin J. Lubetsky, MD, is Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and the Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Services and Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC. He has worked in the clinical, training, administrative, and research areas of autism, developmental disabilities and child and adolescent psychiatry.
Benjamin Handen, PhD, BCBA-D is Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and Clinical and Research Director of the Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC in Pittsburgh.
John J. McGonigle, PhD is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Rehabilitation Science Technology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Director of the Western Pennsylvania Regional Autism Center (ASERT) at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic in Pittsburgh.
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