About the Book
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a relatively new diagnostic label which reflects the variability and differentiation of symptomatology among children and youth commonly described as having autistic disorder, high-functioning autism (HFA), and Asperger's syndrome. Current best practices have emerged from decades of evidence-based research, research-to-practice translation of empirically supported procedures, and consensus-driven recommendations from multiple disciplines. As a result, practitioners have many educational and intervention choices for children and youth with ASD-what is critical is that these options are informed by empirical outcomes that have been replicated in experimental trials (group and single-case) and disseminated to professionals and researchers alike.Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a state-of-the-art volume of 15 chapters across four thematic sections that reflect the current convention of viewing autism along a continuum of presenting symptoms. Skillfully edited by James K. Luiselli, sections cover diagnosis, assessment, and measurement; evidence-based practices; health and development; and additional topics such as mindful caregiving and support, CBT, and behavioral family intervention. Compiling the most up-to-date advances in approaches toward diagnosis, education, treatment, and program development, Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be a valuable resource for professionals and trainees in the ASD field including psychologists, educators, therapists, behavior analysts, and similar practitioners. It is also appropriate for academic researchers and courses devoted to clinical psychology, special education, developmental disabilities, and special topics.
Table of Contents:
Preface About the Editor Contributors Section I: Diagnosis, Assessment, and Measurement 1. Conducting Diagnostic Screening and Assessment Johnny L. Matson, Jennifer S. Beighley, Lindsey W. Williams, and Anna C. May, 2. Co-Morbidity Among Children and Youth with ASD Nicole Neil, Laura Moum, and Peter Sturmey 3. Progress and Outcome Measurement Ruth Anne Rehfeldt, Jonathan Baker, and Leigh Grannan Section II: Evidence-Based Practices 4. Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI): Current Status and Future Directions Linda A. LeBlanc, Natalie A. Parks, and Nicole M. Hanney 5. Computer-Based Instruction Jeff Sigafoos, Sathiyaprakash Ramdoss, Debora Kagohara, Robert C. Pennington, Giulio E. Lancioni, and Mark F. O'Reilly 6. Naturalistic Approaches to Social Skills Training and Development Mark F. O'Reilly, Audrey Sorrells, Summer Gainey, Jeff Sigafoos, Giulio E. Lancioni, Russell Lang, Mandy Risploi, and Tonya Davis 7. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Ralf W. Schlosser, Jeff Sigafoos, Howard Shane, Rajinder Koul, and Parimala Raghavendra 8. Self-Management and Self-Regulation Mark R. Dixon and Autumn N. McKeel 9. Pivotal Response Treatment Lynn Kern Koegel, Brittany Lynn Koegel, Robert L. Koegel, and Ty Vernon 10. Evaluating and Improving Intervention Integrity Florence D. DiGennaro Reed and Derek D. Reed Section III: Health and Development 11. Food Selectivity and Refusal Charles S. Gulotta and Peter A. Girolami 12. Sleep Problems V. Mark Durand 13. Exercise, Physical Activity, and Sports James K. Luiselli Section IV: Additional Topics 14. Mindful Caregiving and Support Nirbhay N. Singh, Giulio E. Lancioni, Alan S. W. Winton, Judy Singh, Ashvind N. A. Singh, and Angela D. A. Singh 15. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Robert R. Selles, Danielle Ung, Josh Nadeau, and Eric A. Storch 16. Behavioral Family Intervention Adel C. Najdowski and Evelyn R. Gould 17. Commentary: Conclusions and Future Directions James K. Luiselli Index
About the Author :
James K. Luiselli, EdD, ABPP, BCBA-D, is a clinical psychologist and Senior Vice President of Applied Research, Clinical Training, and Peer Review at May Institute, Randolph, MA. Dr. Luiselli also serves as Director of Training for the institute's Predoctoral Internship and Postdoctoral Fellowship Programs in Clinical Psychology.
Review :
Poised to become the prominent reference on ASD, this book is the first to address the important challenges of ASD as a new diagnostic category in the DSM-5. Heavily referenced and written in a scholarly fashion, this skillfully edited book is a must-have for professionals in advanced academic and research settings, as well as for clinicians who are involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and educational planning for these children and youth. No other book compares to the extensive depth and breadth of this timely edition, reflecting as it does the current knowledge and best practice applications and guiding future inquiry fostering best research-to-practice methods... 5 Stars!
I recommend this book to all work in sport with youth of mental disorders, it provides information research-based and best practices to know in order to improve the program with youth with special needs.
