Similar to a handbook in its comprehensive description of the
theory and research supporting current practices in the treatment
of autism spectrum disorders, this interdisciplinary text shows how
the existing knowledge base can be used to explore promising new
possibilities related to the field s many unanswered questions. Key
features include the following:
Comprehensive This is the first book to consider the history and
current state of autism as a field in transition, to cover its
varied approaches and philosophies, and to describe the
interventions used throughout the developmental cycle.
Cross Disciplinary Serving students with autism necessitates
communication and collaboration among professionals from several
disciplines as well as family members. The editors have, therefore,
brought together divergent perspectives, theories and philosophies
in order to demonstrate that scientific evidence, rather than
educational orientation, must determine which practices should be
selected for use in particular situations.
Research Based Whereas many existing texts advocate a particular
type of treatment, this one recognizes that interventions must be
selected and evaluated based on the scientific evidence of their
effectiveness.
Integrated Methodology Chapter authors consider findings from
studies that employed single-subject designs, experimental
large-scale studies, and qualitative methodology. The
inter-relatedness of therapies and disciplines will be highlighted
throughout.
Expertise The volume editors are all highly visible researchers
in autism and developmental disabilities. Likewise, each chapter is
directed by a senior, highly accomplished author who is nationally
recognized for his/her work in the topic being addressed.
This book is appropriate for practicing professionals in
education and psychology and for speech/language therapists and
other clinicians. It is also suitable as a graduate level text in
these fields.
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