"The fifth edition of provides readers with a comprehensive and accessible understanding of current research and evidence-based practices in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), linking research, theory, and practice. This new edition includes new chapters on trauma and co-morbidity, current trends in autism research, social media, neurodiversity, and aging in people with ASD. It also features updated content on international contexts and culturally sustaining and relevant practices. Aligned with DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, this text continues to be critical reading for students and researchers in special and inclusive education programs"--
The fifth edition of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Identification, Education, and Treatment provides readers with a comprehensive and accessible understanding of current research and evidence-based practices in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), linking research, theory, and practice.
The fifth edition of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Advancing Positive Practices in Education provides readers with a comprehensive and accessible understanding of current research and evidence-based practices in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), linking research, theory, and practice. This new edition includes new chapters on trauma and co-morbidity, current trends in autism research, social media, neurodiversity, and aging in people with ASD. It also features updated content on international contexts and culturally sustaining and relevant practices. Aligned with DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, this text continues to be critical reading for students and researchers in special and inclusive education programs.
Section I: The Study of Autism: Historical and Global Perspectives
1.
Definitions and Classification of Autism Spectrum Disorders
2. Historical
Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder
3. Legislation, Evidence Based
Practices, and State Implementation
4. Global Perspectives: Autism Education
and Interventions in Low- and Middle-Income Nations Section II: Education and
Intervention in the Early Years
5. Early Intervention Services for Children
with Autism
6. Preschool Years
7. Teaching Communication to Individuals with
Autism Spectrum Disorders
8. Building and Managing Appropriate Behaviors
9.
Development of Academic Skills in Childhood
10. Developing Social Interaction
Competence Section III: Adolescent and Young Adult Years
11.
Self-Determination in School and Community
12. Universal Design for
Transition for Students on the Spectrum
13. Positive Behavior Supports in
Middle and Secondary School
14. Services and Supports for Transition from
High School to Higher Education
15. Promoting Integrated Employment Options
16. Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Practice in Educational and
Transition Section IV: Cross-cutting Themes in the Field of Autism
17.
Trauma and Autism in Childhood
18. Current Trends and Theoretical Approaches
in Autism Research
19. Aging and Autism Spectrum Disorder
20. Social Media,
Digital Inclusion, and Internet Safety
21. Interactions with First Responders
and Medical Providers
22. Teaching and Supporting Sexuality Education
23.
Neurodiversity and the Culture of Autism
Angi Stone-MacDonald is Professor of Special Education and Department Chair at California State University, San Bernardino, USA.
David F. Cihak is Professor of Special Education and Associate Dean of Educator Preparation Programs at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, USA.
Dianne Zager is a consultant and advocate for individuals with autism and their families.
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