Autism Spectrum Disorder in the First Years of Life

Download or read book Autism Spectrum Disorder in the First Years of Life written by Katarzyna Chawarska and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2020-08-04 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Synthesizing an explosion of recent research, this book presents dramatic advances in understanding and treating autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in very young children. Leading authorities describe the innovative tools and methods that are enabling clinicians to more effectively identify 0- to 5-year-olds with the disorder and those at risk for related problems. Chapters discuss the early core symptoms and co-occurring characteristics of ASD, the best diagnostic instruments, and lessons learned from large-scale screening and surveillance, including sibling studies. The book reviews evidence-based interventions and explores practical issues in treatment of young children and their families.