Title Asperger syndrome : assessing and treating high-functioning autism spectrum disorders / edited by James C. McPartland, Ami Klin, Fred R. Volkmar ; foreword by Maria Asperger Felder

Edition 2nd ed Published New York : Guilford Publications, 2014

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Description 1 online resource Contents Asperger Syndrome : an overview / Fred R. Volkmar, Ami Klin, and James McPartland -- Evidence-based assessment of Asperger Syndrome : a selective review of screening and diagnostic instruments / Jonathan M. Campbell, Carrah L. James, and Sarah F. Vess -- Neuropsychological characteristics of Asperger Syndrome / Katherine D. Tsatsanis -- Communication in Asperger Syndrome / Rhea Paul, Rebecca Landa, and Elizabeth Simmons -- Treatment and intervention guidelines for Asperger Syndrome / Fred R. Volkmar, Ami Klin, and James McPartland -- Addressing social communication in Asperger Syndrome : implementing individualized supports across social partners and contexts / Emily Rubin -- Behavioral treatments for Asperger Syndrome / Brenda Smith Myles, Kai-Chien Tien, Hyo Jung Lee, Yu-Chi Chou, and Sheila M. Smith -- Frameworks for behavioral interventions to improve peer relationships and the management of emotions in Asperger Syndrome / Tony Attwood -- Psychopharmacological treatment of Asperger Syndrome / Alexander Westphal, Dana Kober, Avery Voos, and Fred R. Volkmar -- Asperger Syndrome in adolescence and adulthood / Michael D. Powers and James W. Loomis -- Transition to higher education for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder / Jane Thierfeld Brown and Lorraine Wolf -- Asperger Syndrome and forensic issues / Marc Woodbury-Smith -- Social brain function and its development : new insights into Autism Spectrum Disorders / Kevin A. Pelphrey, Brent C. Vander Wyk, Sarah Shultz, and Caitlin M. Hudac -- Genetics of Asperger Syndrome / Susan E. Folstein Summary "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."-- Provided by publisher "Subject Areas/Keywords: adolescents, adults, AS/HFA, ASD, Asperger syndrome, assessments, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral, children, communication, developmental disabilities, diagnosis, DSM-V, DSM-5, genetics, high-functioning, interventions, neuropsychology, PDD-NOS, pervasive developmental disorders, psychopharmacological, social competence, social skills training, treatments Description: 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."-- Provided by publisher Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index Notes Print version record Subject Asperger's syndrome in children. Asperger's syndrome. Developmental disabilities. Psychomotor disorders. Asperger Syndrome -- therapy Child Development Disorders, Pervasive -- therapy Asperger Syndrome Developmental Disabilities Psychomotor Disorders MEDICAL -- Gynecology & Obstetrics. Asperger's syndrome Asperger's syndrome in children Developmental disabilities Psychomotor disorders Asperger-Syndrom Form Electronic book Author McPartland, James C., editor Klin, Ami, editor Volkmar, Fred R, editor LC no. 2014012055 ISBN 9781462514342 1462514340 9781462515936 1462515932 1462514375 9781462514373 1462514359 9781462514359 9781462514144 1462514146

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