Autism spectrum disorder / edited by Martin J. Lubetsky, Benjamin L. Handen, John J. McGonigle. - New York ; Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2011. - xiv, 340 p. : ill. - Pittsburgh pocket psychiatry . - Pittsburgh pocket psychiatry. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This series highlights current key topics for autism spectrum disorder, including early identification and diagnosis, genetics and neurobiology; and transition-age and adult services. Autism Spectrum Disorder highlights current key topics for this complex and challenging developmental neurobiological disorder. In a very practical and concise manner, the reader will find a state-of-the-science review combining key factual knowledge with practical clinical considerations. Written in a user-friendly fashion, this text provides key fact boxes, summary questions, and references for further readings to enhance understanding. This invaluable book incorporates practical clinical knowledge within a didactic framework to provide a comprehensive overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across the lifespan.




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Autism in children--Diagnosis.
Autism in children--Treatment.
Health and Wellbeing.
Neurology & clinical neurophysiology
Paediatric medicine
Psychotherapy
United States of America, USA
Psychiatry