Publisher's Synopsis
This text is a practical treatment guide for people working with children with autism. It covers general diagnostic criteria, including information on the importance of early diagnosis, and assessments for identifying children who may be at risk of developing autism. Advances in understanding the causes of autism are discussed, as well as family issues such as genetic counselling, and the stress on parents and siblings. Giving a brief overview of various educational approaches and the range of provisions available for children both very severely handicapped and most able.
