| New Developments in Autism: The Furture Is Today Contributor(s): Wheelwright, Sally (Contribution by), Nieto Vizcaino, Carmen (Editor), Perez, Juan Marto (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1843104490 ISBN-13: 9781843104490 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $57.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2006 Annotation: 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. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Developmental - General - Family & Relationships | Children With Special Needs - Reference | Research |
| Dewey: 616.858 |
| LCCN: 2006005792 |
| Physical Information: 0.87" H x 6.74" W x 9.56" (1.36 lbs) 352 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |
Contributor Bio(s): Wheelwright, Sally: - Sally Wheelwright is Senior Research Associate at the Autism Research Centre in Cambridge. |