Asperger's Syndrome: Intervening in Schools, Clinics, and Communities
In recent years, a growing number of children and adults have been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, a neurological condition characterized by severe difficulties with social communication. While extremely talented in their areas of special interest, many with the diagnosis also have problems with coordination and sensory processing. Professionals and families struggle to help them function competently and make the most of their unique abilities.\ This readable and practical book...
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Asperger's Syndrome is a neurological condition characterized by severe difficulties with social communication. This guide for members of the helping professions summarizes current knowledge about working with people diagnosed with Asperger's from early childhood on. Thirteen contributions from psychologists, educators, and other practitioners address such topics as diagnosis, pharmacotherapy, sensory integration, and legal issues. The editors are affiliated with Keene State College. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
1Introduction : intervention as community building1Pt. IFundamental issues2Theory of mind and Asperger's syndrome113Diagnosis434Pharmacotherapy63Pt. IIChildren5Cognitive assessment of preschool and elementary school students856Supporting elementary school students115Pt. IIIAdolescents7Counseling adolescents1358Supporting middle and high school students1559Supporting college students with Asperger's syndrome173Pt. IVComplementary services10Sensory integration19111The language of social communication : running pragmatic groups in school and clinical settings217Pt. VSpecial concerns12Sexual relationships24313Legal issues257
