Autistic Spectrum Disorders: An Introductory Handbook For Practitioners; Author: Jordan, Rita; Paperback

Author: Jordan, Rita
Paperback; Illustrations
176 pages
Published: September 1999
David Fulton Publishers
ISBN: 1853466662
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Written for practitioners working in the field of autism and related disorders, including Asperger's syndrome, this handbook offers an overview of current understandings of these disorders from a behavioral, biological and psychological perspective. A coherent analysis of the different theoretical viewpoints is provided, especially at the psychological level which has the greatest bearing on practice. This will make the book relevant to those interested in developmental psychology as well as to those who seek a greater understanding of autism.Effective practice depends on understanding the condition. It is hoped that this handbook will encourage practitioners to reflect on current thinking in the light of their own experience, and contribute towards future research and the makNAS406 Written for practitioners working in the field of autism and related disorders (including Asperger's syndrome), this handbook offers an overview of understandings of these disorders from a behavioural, biological and psychological perspective.