Autism Spectrum Disorders - A Reference Handbook

This handbook provides an overview of the current scientific understanding of autism spectrum disorders, as well as a cultural and historical perspective on the controversies that plague the field. "Autism" describes a complex developmental disability that interferes with social interaction and communication. Symptoms of autism are generally recognizable when children are under the age of three. Until the 1990s, rates for autism were generally estimated at 1 in 2500. In 2010, however, the estimate is now 1 in 110 children. Is the incidence of autism increasing, or has there simply been a shift in how often this disability is diagnosed as the problem? This text provides a comprehensive explanation of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Reference Handbook educates readers about ASD without relying on confusing medical jargon, highlighting current understanding of etiology, neuroscience, and intervention. It also discusses the historical and cultural influences of ASD and explores the controversial aspects of autism.

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Raphael Bernier Ph.D., Jennifer Gerdts

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• Authors: Raphael Bernier, Raphael/ Varley Bernier, Jennifer Gerdts, Gerdts Jennifer, Raphael Bernier Ph D, Raphael Bernier Ph.D.
• Publisher: Abc Clio Press
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 17
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 20.07.2010
• EAN: 9781598843347
• ISBN: 978-1-59884-334-7
• No. of pages: 352
• Series: Contemporary World Issues; Contemporary World Issues (Har; Contemporary World Issues (Har; Contemporary World Issues
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Psychology, esoterics, spirituality, anthroposophy > Psychology: general, reference works; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; PSYCHOLOGY / Psychopathology / Autism Spectrum Disorders, MEDICAL / Reference, PSYCHOLOGY / Reference, Abnormal psychology, Diseases and Conditions; Health and Wellness