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The Development of Autism : Perspectives From Theory and Research, PDF eBook

The Development of Autism : Perspectives From Theory and Research PDF

Edited by Jacob A. Burack, Tony Charman, Nurit Yirmiya, Philip R. Zelazo

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Description

Dedicated to the memory and work of Lisa Capps, this volume is a forum for scholars and practitioners interested in the typical and atypical development of persons with autism.

Each chapter is focused on theoretical considerations and the empirical evidence regarding a specific aspect of functioning, but common themes of development are considered throughout.

Within this framework, the contributors provide a detailed and comprehensive account of the development of persons with autism. The book is divided into four sections: (1) Developmental, Neurobiological, Genetic, and Family Considerations; (2) Attention and Perception; (3) Cognition, Theory of Mind, and Executive Functioning; and (4) Social and Adaptive Behaviors.

With the consideration of this broad range of topics, this volume is both a state-of-the-art resource about autism and a unique contribution to the study of development.

It will be of interest to researchers and care providers from several domains, including psychology, psychiatry, social work, developmental psychology, and education.

This volume can be used as a text in graduate and advanced undergraduate courses, and as a resource in applied settings.