Auteur : McPartland, James C. / Klin, Ami / Volkmar, Fred R. / Asperger Felder, Maria (Préfacier)

Édition : 2nd edition

Maison d'édition : Guilford Press

Date de publication : 2014

Collation : xiv, 482 p. : ill.

ISBN : 9781462514144

Langue : Anglais

Table des matières : 1. Asperger syndrome : an overview -- 2. Evidence-based assessment of asperger syndrome : a selective review of screening and diagnostic instruments -- 3. Neuropsychological characteristics of Asperger Syndrome -- 4. Communication in Asperger Syndrome -- 5. Treatment and intervention guidelines for Asperger Syndrome -- 6. Adressing social communication in Asperger Syndrome : implementing individualized supports across social partners and contexts -- 7. Behavioral treatments for Asperger Syndrome -- 8. Frameworks for behavioral intervnetions to improve peer relationships and the management of emotions in Asperger Syndrome -- 9. Psychopharmacological treatment of Asperger Syndrome -- 10. Asperger Syndrome in adolescence and adulthood -- 11. Transition to higher education for students with autism spectrum disorder -- 12. Asperger Syndrome and forensic issues -- 13. Social brain function and its development : new insights into autism spectrum disorders -- 14. Genetics of Asperger syndrome

Résumé : Completely revised with the latest research and clinical strategies, this is the authoritative volume on Asperger syndrome (now part of DSM-5 autism spectrum disorder). Considered the definitive reference since its initial publication, the book focuses on how to assess each child or adolescent's needs and provide effective interventions in the areas of communication, behavior, and academic and vocational functioning. The neural and genetic bases of autism spectrum disorders are also explored.

New to This Edition :
• Expanded coverage of evidence-based assessment and treatment, including two chapters on behavioral interventions.
• Addresses challenges in the transition to new diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder in DSM-5.
• Chapters on neuropsychological advances, the transition to higher education, and forensic issues.
• Many new authors and extensively revised chapters.

Mots-clés : Syndrome d'Asperger / Autisme / Autistes / Troubles envahissants du développement

Cote : WM 203.5 M478a 2014