Autism Spectrum Disorder E-Book

Lisa Joseph

• Herausgeber: Hogrefe Publishing
• Kategorie: Geisteswissenschaft
• Serie: Advances in Psychotherapy - Evidence-Based Practice
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 199

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2015

Beschreibung

Compact, authoritative guide to effective diagnosis and empirically supported treatments for autism spectrum disorder. This latest addition to the Advances in Psychotherapy–Evidence-Based Practice series is a straightforward yet authoritative guide to effective diagnosis and empirically supported treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The book starts by reviewing DSM-5 and ICD-10 diagnostic criteria, current theories and models, and prevalence rates for ASD and related neurodevelopmental disorders. It explains the differences between the disorders and changes in criteria and names (such as Asperger's syndrome, childhood and atypical autism, pervasive developmental disorder, Rett's syndrome) over time. It then provides clear guidance on evaluation of ASD and comorbidities, with practical outlines and examples to guide practice. The core of the book that follows is a clear description of current interventions and their empirical support, including psychosocial, pharmacological, educational, social skills, and complementary/alternative treatments. Clinical vignettes and marginal notes highlighting the key points help make it an easy-to-use resource, incorporating the latest scientific research, that is suitable for all mental health providers dealing with autism spectrum disorder.

Leseprobe

Autism Spectrum Disorder

About the Authors

Dr. Lisa Joseph is a child clinical psychologist. She completed postdoctoral fellowships at Brown University and at the Pediatrics and Developmental Neuroscience Branch of the National Institute of Mental Health Intramural Resarch Program in Bethesda, MD, working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. Her research interests include repetitive behaviors in children with ASD and differential diagnosis in ASD.

Dr. Latha Soorya is a clinical psychologist and assistant professor of psychiatry at the Autism Assessment Research Treatment and Services (AARTS) Center at Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Chicago, IL. Dr. Soorya is a clinician–researcher with dual expertise in the evaluation of and evidence-based behavioral interventions for individuals with ASD. Her research interests are focused on improving the efficacy and delivery of outpatient treatments for individuals with ASD across the lifespan. Active research studies include treatment studies targeting socialization and neurocognitive deficits in children with ASD.

Dr. Audrey Thurm is a child clinical psychologist and staff scientist in the Pediatrics and Developmental Neuroscience Branch of the National Institute of Mental Health Intramural Research Program in Bethesda, MD. Her research focus is ASD, and she is especially interested in early diagnosis. Active research studies include natural history studies of autism and related genetic disorders, as well as studies of infants at risk for developing ASD.

Advances in Psychotherapy – Evidence-Based Practice

Series Editor

Danny Wedding, PhD, MPH, School of Medicine, American University of Antigua, St. Georges, Antigua

Associate Editors

Larry Beutler, PhD, Professor, Palo Alto University / Pacific Graduate School of Psychology, Palo Alto, CA

Kenneth E. Freedland, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Psychology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO

Linda C. Sobell, PhD, ABPP, Professor, Center for Psychological Studies, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

David A. Wolfe, PhD, RBC Chair in Children’s Mental Health, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, ON

The basic objective of this series is to provide therapists with practical, evidence-based treatment guidance for the most common disorders seen in clinical practice – and to do so in a reader-friendly manner. Each book in the series is both a compact “how-to” reference on a particular disorder for use by professional clinicians in their daily work, as well as an ideal educational resource for students and for practice-oriented continuing education.

The most important feature of the books is that they are practical and easy to use: All are structured similarly and all provide a compact and easy-to-follow guide to all aspects that are relevant in real-life practice. Tables, boxed clinical “pearls,” marginal notes, and summary boxes assist orientation, while checklists provide tools for use in daily practice.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Lisa Joseph

Pediatrics and Developmental Neuroscience Branch, Intramural Research Program, National Institute of Mental Health, Bethesda, Maryland

Latha Soorya

Department of Psychiatry, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois

Audrey Thurm

Pediatrics and Developmental Neuroscience Branch, Intramural Research Program, National Institute of Mental Health, Bethesda, Maryland

Library of Congress Cataloging information for the print version of this book is available via the Library of Congress Marc Database

Library and Archives Canada Cataloguing in Publication

Joseph, Lisa, author

Autism spectrum disorder / Lisa Joseph, Alliant International University, Hong Kong, China, Latha Soorya, Autism Assessment Research Treatment and Services (AARTS) Center at Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Chicago, Illinois, Audrey Thurm, Pediatrics and Developmental Neuroscience (PDN), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Bethesda, Maryland.

(Advances in psychotherapy--evidence based practice series; volume 29)

Includes bibliographical references.

Issued in print and electronic formats.

ISBN 978-0-88937-404-1 (pbk.).--ISBN 978-1-61676-404-3 (pdf).--ISBN 978-1-61334-404-0 (html)

1. Autism spectrum disorders--Diagnosis. 2. Autism spectrum disorders--Treatment. I. Soorya, Latha, author II. Thurm, Audrey, author III. Title. IV. Series: Advances in psychotherapy--evidence-based practice; v. 29

RC553.A88J675 2014

616.85’882

C2014-904947-1

C2014-904948-X

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Table of Contents

1

Description

1.1

Terminology

1.2

Definition

1.3

Epidemiology

1.3.1

Prevalence Rates of ASD

1.4

Course and Prognosis

1.4.1

Trajectory of ASD

2

Theories and Models of ASD

2.1

Early Theories and Models of ASD

2.1.1

Leo Kanner

2.1.2

Psychoanalytical Perspective

2.1.3

Biological Models

2.1.4

Neurological Bases of ASD

2.1.5

Social, Cognitive, and Neuropsychological Theories

2.1.6

The Recent Past: ASD Classification

3

Diagnosis and Treatment Indications

3.1

Assessment of Core Symptoms

3.1.1

Screening Measures

3.1.2

Diagnostic Measures

3.2

Assessment of Associated Symptoms

3.2.1

Cognitive Functioning

3.2.2

Language Functioning

3.2.3

Adaptive Functioning

3.2.4

Comorbid Disorders and Symptoms

3.3

Assessment in the Presence of Multiple Disabilities

3.4

Assessment of Change

3.5

Differential Diagnosis

3.5.1

Cognitive Functioning

3.5.2

Language Functioning and Communication Disorders

3.5.3

Developmental Delays

3.5.4

Other Psychological Disorders

3.6

Comorbidities and Associated Conditions

3.6.1

Psychiatric and Developmental Disorders

4

Treatments for Core and Associated Symptoms of ASD

4.1

Methods of Treatment

4.1.1

Psychosocial Interventions

4.1.2

Pharmacological Treatment Models

4.1.3

Approach to Review of Treatment Methods

4.1.4

Comprehensive Treatment Programs for Early Childhood Education

4.1.5

Targeted Psychosocial Treatment Programs for Social Communication Impairments

4.1.6

Targeted Psychosocial Treatment Programs for Restricted, Repetitive Behaviors and Interests

4.1.7

Targeted Psychosocial Treatment Programs for Speech/Language and Other Communication Impairments

4.1.8

Behavioral Interventions for Comorbid and Associated Conditions

4.1.9

Psychopharmacological Treatments for Core and Associated Conditions

4.1.10

Complementary and Alternative Medicine

4.2

Mechanisms of Action

4.3

Efficacy and Prognosis

4.4

Variations and Combinations of Methods

4.5

Problems in Carrying Out the Treatments

4.6

Multicultural Issues

4.7

Future Directions for ASD Treatment

5

Further Reading

6

References

7

Appendix: Tools and Resources