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Handbook of Early Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorders Research, Policy, and Practice

Current rates of autism diagnoses have been cause for concern and research as well as rumor and misinformation. Important questions surround the condition: how early can an accurate diagnosis be made? At what age should intervention start? How can parents recognize warning signs? And what causes aut...

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Other Authors: Tarbox, Jonathan (Editor), Dixon, Dennis R. (Editor), Sturmey, Peter (Editor), Matson, Johnny L. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Springer New York 2014, 2014
Edition:1st ed. 2014
Series:Autism and Child Psychopathology Series
Subjects:
Social Service
Educational Psychology
Psychiatry
Family Medicine
Health Care
School Psychology
Social Work
General Practice And Family Medicine
Medical Care
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Part 1: Diagnosis and Background
  • 1. Evolution of Autism: From Kanner to the DSM-V
  • 2. Autism Spectrum Disorders: Several Disorders on a Continuum or One?
  • 3. Related Disorders
  • 4. Assessment of the Core Features of ASD
  • 5. Measures Used to Screen and Diagnose ASD in Young Children
  • 6. Psychological Theories of Childhood Autism
  • 7. Family Adaptation to a Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Part 2: Intervention
  • 8. Ethical Issues in Early Intervention
  • 9. Economics of Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • 10. Designing Curriculum Programs for Children with Autism
  • 11. Reinforcement Arrangements for Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • 12. Discrete Trial Teaching and Discrimination Training
  • 13. Natural Environment Training
  • 14. Picture Activity Schedules
  • 15. Use of Visual Supports with Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • 16. Teaching Verbal Behavior to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • 17. Social Skills and Play in Children with Autism
  • 18. Teaching Cognitive Skills to Children with Autism
  • 19. Teaching Independent Living Skills to Children with ASD
  • 20. Developmental Approaches
  • 21. Recovery and Prevention
  • 22. Mainstream Education for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • 23. Controversial Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • 24. Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • 25. Management of General Medical Conditions
  • 26. Behavioral Disorders in Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • 27. Mental Health Disorders in Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • 28. Training and Supporting Caregivers in Evidence-Based Practices
  • 29. Multicultural and Minority Issues

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