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Summary:

The research on children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is extensive and growing. Although these conditions are recognized as affecting the entire lifespan, the literature on ASD after childhood is limited and has not been brought together in a single volume in over a decade. Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders fills this knowledge gap by focusing on needs and difficulties unique to these stages of development. Expert contributors offer cogent reviews of complex issues, from education to employment, leisure activities to illegal behaviors, mental health issues to medical health concerns. The latest findings in key areas, such as psychosocial and residential treatments, social skills programs, epidemiology, the impact of ASD on families, are examined in detail. Throughout the volume, coverage focuses on areas requiring improved models of assessment, updated data, new interventions, and increased support services. Featured topics include: Transition from high school to adulthood for adolescents and young adults with ASD. Innovative programming to support college students with ASD. Romantic relationships, sexuality, and ASD. Treatment of mental health comorbidities. Assessment and treatment planning in adults with ASD. The range of outcomes and challenges in middle and later life.

Table of Contents:

• Machine generated contents note: 1. Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adolescents and Adults: An Introduction / James C. McPartland
• 2. Families of Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Lee Marcus
• 3. Transition from High School to Adulthood for Adolescents and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Staci Carr
• 4. Social Skills Training for Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder / Ruth Ellingsen
• 5. Romantic Relationships, Sexuality, and Autism Spectrum Disorders / Robert L. Koegel
• 6. Employment and Related Services for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Erik Mayville
• 7. Innovative Programming to Support College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Sarah Kroesser
• 8. Adaptive Behavior, Life Skills, and Leisure Skills Training for Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Johnny L. Matson
• 9. Pharmacotherapy of Behavioral Symptoms and Psychiatric Comorbidities in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Kimberly A. Stigler
• 10. Residential Options and Treatment for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum / Ernst O. VanBergeijk
• 11. Range of Outcomes and Challenges in Middle and Later Life / Bill McMahon
• 12. Medical and Health Problems in Adults with High-Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome / Kevin P. Stoddart
• 13. Unlawful Behaviors in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Marc Woodbury-Smith
• 14. Assessment and Treatment Planning in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Pamela Ventola
• 15. Epidemiology of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Adulthood / Sally McManus
• 16. Systematic Review of Psychosocial Interventions for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders / Shaun M. Eack.

Contributors:

Volkmar, Fred R. , editor

Reichow, Brian , editor

McPartland, James C. , editor

Languages:

English

Language Notes:

Item content: English

Subjects:

Autism spectrum disorders

Autism spectrum disorders in children

General Notes:

Includes index.
Electronic reproduction. Palo Alto, Calif. Available via World Wide Web.
Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (May 19, 2014).

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Digital Characteristics:

text file

Call Numbers:

RC553.A88 A36 2014eb

ISBNs:

9781493905065 (electronic bk.)
1493905066 (electronic bk.)
9781493905058 [Invalid]

Other Standard Numbers:

10.1007/978-1-4939-0506-5 (source: None)

OCLC Numbers:

877952292

Other Control Numbers:

EBC1730886 (source: MiAaPQ)
[Unknown Type]: ybp11788446