The Autism Encyclopedia

This comprehensive encyclopedia on autism spectrum disorders and pervasive developmental disorders includes more than 500 terms alphabetically listed and clearly defined. Today?s most respected autism experts have contributed essential terminology from various disciplines including pediatrics speech-language pathology occupational therapy physical therapy education psychology and psychiatry. Topics include classification systems signs and symptoms causes incidence and prevalence diagnosis screening and assessment interventions behavior education assistive technology daily living medical issues and legislation. Synonyms and relevant cross-references are included with the terms. The book includes two appendices that describe assessment tools and curricula and list autism-related study centers and organizations. Includes: Book Edited by John T. Neisworth Ph.D. & Pamela S Wolfe Ph.D. 256 pages