| Autism and Asperger Syndrome: Preparing for Adulthood Contributor(s): Howlin, Patricia (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415309689 ISBN-13: 9780415309684 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $47.45 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2004 Annotation: Autism and related disorders affect almost every area of an individual's functioning. Yet little has been written on the outcome of autism in adult life, particularly for adults who are of high ability but who continue to be handicapped by their social, communication and behavioral difficulties. "Autism and Asperger Syndrome" reviews what is known about adults with autism in terms of their social functioning and educational and occupational status. Focusing on the problems experienced by people with autism and ways of overcoming them this new edition has been completely updated to take account of the latest research in the field and includes an additional chapter on the differentiation between autism and Asperger Syndrome. It will be widely welcomed by professionals and those caring for people with autism. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - General - Social Science | Social Work - Psychology | Clinical Psychology |
| Dewey: 616.858 |
| LCCN: 2003066838 |
| Physical Information: 0.85" H x 5.94" W x 8.4" (1.08 lbs) 400 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Autism and Asperger Syndrome reviews what is known about adults with autism in terms of their social functioning, educational and occupational status. Focusing mainly on the problems experienced by high functioning people with autism - and those working with and caring for them - the book offers practical ways of dealing with their difficulties. Each chapter makes use of clinical case material to illustrate the kinds of problems faced and ways in which they may be overcome. First-hand accounts from people with autism are included and links with psychiatric illness in later life are explored. This updated edition is helpful to both professionals and families with autistic children and has been completely updated to take account of the latest research in the field. It also includes an additional chapter on the differences between autism and Asperger syndrome. |