Handbook of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Diagnosis, Development, Neurobiology, and Behavior

Cambridge Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

by Fred R. Volkmar (Editor), Rhea Paul (Editor), Ami Klin (Editor)

Now expanded to two volumes, this invaluable reference work provides a comprehensive review of all information presently available about these disorders, drawing on findings and clinical experience from a number of related disciplines such as psychiatry, psychology, neurobiology, pediatrics, etc. The Handbook covers descriptive and diagnostic characteristics, biological contributions, intervention techniques, legal and social issues. The Third Edition is updated to include the newest work in animal models, genetics, neuropsychological processes, screening and assessment methods.

Genres: Autistic Spectrum Disorder

703 pages, ebook

First published April 28, 2005