Author : Robert D. Rieske
Release : 2019
Genre : Autism
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 282/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Handbook of Interdisciplinary Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder by : Robert D. Rieske
Download or read book Handbook of Interdisciplinary Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder written by Robert D. Rieske. This book was released on 2019. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This handbook examines the medical and therapeutic needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the effectiveness of treatments that are delivered through interdisciplinary teams. It analyzes the impact of interdisciplinary teams on assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and implementation and explores how evidence-based treatments can be developed and implemented. Chapters describe the wide-ranging effects of ASD and the challenges individuals and their family members face when seeking treatment. In addition, chapters provide an overview of the comorbidities and related disorders that often accompany ASD, including neurodevelopmental disorders, medical and behavioral problems, and psychopathology. The handbook also discusses the critical importance of caregivers in the treatment team as experts in their child's strengths, problem areas, and functioning"--Publisher's description.