About the Book
The Primer on Autism Spectrum Disorder provides a quick yet comprehensive overview of clinically-relevant topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for the medical or mental health student, trainee, or recent graduate who seeks efficient learning. Chapters are designed to give an overview of a topic area in real time while on a rotation; while studying for professional board examinations in primary care, pediatrics, neurology or psychiatry; or even during
preparation for a presentation or discussion scheduled to occur the next day. The sections include Background and Diagnostic Assessment, Etiology, Treatment, and Other Care Delivery Services and
Perspectives, with each chapter written by an internationally recognized expert in the field. The chapters on diagnosis and treatment are written from a practical "how to" perspective. Those on etiology are written with the clinician in mind. These clinically-focused chapters include one or more vignettes that present simulated patient cases designed to highlight teaching points related to each chapter's content area. The book ends with a chapter written by family
members of individuals with ASD and another written by an adult with ASD that illustrate the human impact these disorders have on day-to-day lives, hopes, and dreams. At the end of each chapter, "Key
Points" for summarizing the intended take home messages of each author/authors are listed.
Table of Contents:
Foreword Christopher J. McDougle
Section 1: Background and Diagnostic Assessment
1. From Infantile Autism to Autism Spectrum: Evolution of the Diagnostic Concept Fred R. Volkmar
2. Social, Cognitive, and Behavioral Development of Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder Kirstin Brown Birtwell, Brian Willoughby and Lisa Nowinski
3. Social, Cognitive and Affective Development of Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder Patricia Howlin and Iliana Magiati
4. Differential Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan Isobel W. Green, Christen L. Kidd and Robert E. Accordino
5. Medical Evaluation of Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder Yamini J. Howe, Michelle L. Palumbo and Ann Neumeyer
6. Psychiatric Co-morbidity in Autism Spectrum Disorder Susan E. Folstein and Luis M. Carcache
7. Neurological Co-morbidities in Autism Spectrum Disorder Fiona Baumer and Mustafa Sahin
8. Genetic Disorders Associated with the Autism Spectrum Disorder Phenotype Lawrence K. Fung and Allan L. Reiss
9. Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Elderly Peter V. Rabins
Section 2: Etiology
10. Neuroimaging of Autism Spectrum Disorder Nicole R. Zürcher and Jacob M. Hooker
11. Genetics of Autism Spectrum Disorder Yamini J. Howe, Harrison Brand and Michael Talkowski
12. Epidemiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder Allison Presmanes Hill, Katharine Zuckerman and Eric Fombonne
13. Neuropathology of Autism Spectrum Disorder Matthew P. Anderson
14. Immunological Aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorder Thayne L. Sweeten and Christopher J. McDougle
Section 3: Treatment
15. Behavioral Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder Suzannah Iadarola and Tristram Smith
16. Psychopharmacology of Autism Spectrum Disorder James T. McCracken and Michael Gandal
17. Complementary and Alternative (Biomedical) Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder Robert L. Hendren
18. Speech and Language Assessment and Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder Katelyn A. Bruno, Kristina L. Gulati and Maria Mody
19. Occupational Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder Jennifer L. Stornelli
20. Social Skills Training for Autism Spectrum Disorder D. Scott McLeod, Kristin W. Malatino and Dorothy Lucci
Section 4: Other Care Delivery Services and Perspectives
21. Educational Issues in Autism Spectrum Disorder Samuel L. Odom, Veronica P. Fleury, Leslie C. Fox, Susan H. Hedges, Nigel P. Pierce and Melissa A. Sreckovic
22. Vocational Rehabilitation and Training for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder: History, Practices and New Directions Marji Erickson Warfield
23. Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder Edward S. Brodkin
24. Effective Communication and Management with the Family and in the Community Naomi B. Swiezy, Tiffany J. Neal, Danielle Warner and Kimberly Lo
25. Autism Spectrum Disorder from a Family Perspective Nancy Lurie Marks, Cathy Lurie and Clarence E. Schutt
26. From an Individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder's Perspective John M. Williams
About the Author :
Christopher J. McDougle, M.D. is the Director of the Lurie Center for Autism at the Massachusetts General Hospital and the Nancy Lurie Marks Professor at Harvard Medical School. Dr. McDougle has been providing care for children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their family members for 25 years. His research interests include the neurobiology of ASD and the neuropsychopharmacology of core and related target symptoms associated with
ASD. Dr. McDougle has published more than 400 scientific articles, been the principal investigator on multiple grants from the National Institutes of Health and various foundations, and mentored
numerous students, residents/fellows and junior faculty now involved in the field of ASD.
Review :
"The autism spectrum is a wide landscape that this smartly conceived book maps with sweep and precision. The brilliant cartographer -- autism guru Christopher McDougle -- is that rare expert who is both renowned clinician and leading researcher. He brings together both communities in this indispensable book."
-- Ron Suskind, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of "Life, Animated -- A Story of Sidekicks, Heroes and Autism."
"In this comprehensive text, Christopher McDougle embraces the complexities of Autism, engaging a world-class group of clinicians and scientists to update us on its various clinical presentations, etiological heterogeneity, diagnostic strategies and multimodal treatments."
-- James F. Leckman, MD, PhD, Professor of Child Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Psychology, Yale University, New Haven, CT
"Chris McDougle and his colleagues have prepared a helpful text for students and more advanced trainees about advances in autism - diagnosis, etiology, and treatment. The book presents well-researched chapters in each of these areas, as well as some attention to a few other issues in autism, including the key area of transition to adulthood. Each chapter ends with a few key points for students to remember. The book is a welcome and useful addition to the
training of the next generation of clinicians working with families caring for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders."
-- James M. Perrin, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, John C. Robinson Chair in Pediatrics, MassGeneral Hospital for Children, Founding director, Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health
