| Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder Contributor(s): Goldstein, Sam (Editor), Ozonoff, Sally (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1462545963 ISBN-13: 9781462545964 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $49.40 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2020 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders - Medical | Psychiatry - Child & Adolescent - Social Science | Social Work |
| Dewey: 618.928 |
| Physical Information: 1.4" H x 5.9" W x 9" (1.67 lbs) 494 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This authoritative resource, now thoroughly revised for DSM-5, has set the standard for the comprehensive assessment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Leading experts demonstrate how to craft a scientifically grounded profile of each child's strengths and difficulties, make a formal diagnosis, and use assessment data to guide individualized intervention in clinical and school settings. Chapters review state-of-the-art instruments and approaches for evaluating specific areas of impairment in ASD and co-occurring emotional and behavioral disorders. Considerations in working with children of different ages are highlighted. With a primary focus on children, several chapters also address assessment of adolescents and adults. New to This Edition *Chapter on key implications of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, plus related updates throughout the volume. *Chapter on advances in early identification (ages 0-3). *Chapter with in-depth case examples illustrating the evaluation decision-making process and common diagnostic challenges. *Chapters on pseudoscience (including strategies for advising parents) and future directions in the field. *Current assessment data, numerous new and revised measures, and cutting-edge screening approaches. |