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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Barbara Doyle , Emily IlandPublisher: Future Horizons Incorporated Imprint: Future Horizons Incorporated Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 27.90cm Weight: 1.346kg ISBN: 9781932565072ISBN 10: 1932565078 Pages: 462 Publication Date: 30 January 2004 Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents"Dedication Disclaimer Introduction About the authors Introduction from Emily Introduction from Barbara Purpose of the book Terms used Who this book is intended to help Who should read this book? Chapter One: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) The Diagnostic Process Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD): the Umbrella Category PDD and ASD Overlap and Are Often Used Interchangeably Discussion of the Term ""ASD"" Characteristics of ASD Range of Effects Table 1.1, The Range of Effects in ASD Common Misperceptions About ASD Implications of ASD Learning Strengths and Areas of Difficulty of People with ASD Chapter Summary Chapter Two: Considerations in the Diagnosis of ASD Recognizing the Need to Get a Professional Opinion Making the Connection with ASD Difficulty and Differences Using Diagnostic Terms Differential Diagnosis Barriers to Accurate Diagnosis: Not Recognizing Autism ASD, By Many Other Names ""Labels"" Within ASD What Difference the Diagnosis Makes Diagnostic Criteria, Explained Autistic Disorder Pervasive Developmental Disorder Asperger Syndrome (AS) AS and High Functioning Autism (HFA): Same or Different? ASD and ADD Similarities ASD and ADD Differences Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)? Questions to Ask ADHD Criteria ASD and Hyperlexia ASD, Semantic Pragmatic Disorder and Nonverbal Learning Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder and Cognitive Disabilities Chapter Summary Sources Chapter Three: Beginning the Process of Assessment and Diagnosis Options in Diagnosis: Who Can Diagnose The Role of the School System The Role of the Parent The Role of Adult Service Providers and Agencies Options for Adults Referring Themselves for Diagnosis Emotions and the Assessment Process How Parents Can Help Professionals with the Diagnostic Process Preparing a Written Personal History Adults Piece the Puzzle Together What to Include in the Developmental History 3.1 Matt’s Story 3.2 Laura’s Timeline 3.3 About Alex The Role of Teachers Chapter Summary Sources Chapter Four: The Assessment Process What is an Assessment? The Purpose of Assessment 4.1, The Assessment Cycle Components of a Comprehensive Assessment The Assessment Team Challenges in the Assessment Process for Professionals, Parents and Individuals"ReviewsWhat do you get when you combine experience, impeccable research and common sense into a new book for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their parents, and professionals who work with them? Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, by Barbara Doyle and Emily Iland. A product of passion, punctuated with case studies of real life experiences and presented in an easy-to-read format, this is a must have book for every parent and professional new to ASD--and for those that have been around the block a few hundred times! Dennis Debbaudt, author of Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals What do you get when you combine experience, impeccable research and common sense into a new book for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their parents, and professionals who work with them? Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, by Barbara Doyle and Emily Iland. A product of passion, punctuated with case studies of real life experiences and presented in an easy-to-read format, this is a must have book for every parent and professional new to ASD--and for those that have been around the block a few hundred times! Dennis Debbaudt, author of Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals Now the information that only a few 'experts' had access to is available to everyone. The various therapies and assessments are meshed into a readable, comprehensive whole. Parents will love this book! Thank you, Emily and Barbara! Rebeca Zavaleta, mother of a ten-year-old daughter with ASD This is a masterpiece! Every parent and professional connected to a person with ASD will treasure the encyclopedic knowledge available in ASD from A to Z. Doyle and Iland have anticipated all the questions that might arise--from diagnosis through adulthood--in the life of a person with ASD. The information you need is presented with deep caring. It is as if a good and wise friend is there to guide you. Nancy Margulies, Counseling Psychologist, Award-winning educational author of Mapping Inner Space and Map It!, Maps Mindscapes and More , Brian's Brain , and Magic Seven What do you get when you combine experience, impeccable research and common sense into a new book for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their parents, and professionals who work with them? Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, by Barbara Doyle and Emily Iland. A product of passion, punctuated with case studies of real life experiences and presented in an easy-to-read format, this is a must have book for every parent and professional new to ASD--and for those that have been around the block a few hundred times! Dennis Debbaudt, author of Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals What do you get when you combine experience, impeccable research and common sense into a new book for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their parents, and professionals who work with them? Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, by Barbara Doyle and Emily Iland. A product of passion, punctuated with case studies of real life experiences and presented in an easy-to-read format, this is a must have book for every parent and professional new to ASD--and for those that have been around the block a few hundred times! Dennis Debbaudt, author of Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals What do you get when you combine experience, impeccable research and common sense into a new book for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their parents, and professionals who work with them? Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, by Barbara Doyle and Emily Iland. A product of passion, punctuated with case studies of real life experiences and presented in an easy-to-read format, this is a must have book for every parent and professional new to ASD--and for those that have been around the block a few hundred times! Dennis Debbaudt, author of Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals Now the information that only a few 'experts' had access to is available to everyone. The various therapies and assessments are meshed into a readable, comprehensive whole. Parents will love this book! Thank you, Emily and Barbara! Rebeca Zavaleta, mother of a ten-year-old daughter with ASD This is a masterpiece! Every parent and professional connected to a person with ASD will treasure the encyclopedic knowledge available in ASD from A to Z. Doyle and Iland have anticipated all the questions that might arise--from diagnosis through adulthood--in the life of a person with ASD. The information you need is presented with deep caring. It is as if a good and wise friend is there to guide you. Nancy Margulies, Counseling Psychologist, Award-winning educational author of Mapping Inner Space and Map It!, Maps Mindscapes and More , Brian's Brain , and Magic Seven <p> What do you get when you combine experience, impeccable research and common sense into a new book for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their parents, and professionals who work with them? Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, by Barbara Doyle and Emily Iland. A product of passion, punctuated with case studies of real life experiences and presented in an easy-to-read format, this is a must have book for every parent and professional new to ASD--and for those that have been around the block a few hundred times! <br>Dennis Debbaudt, author of Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals<br><br> Author Information"Barbara Thompson Doyle, MS, is a special education professional with over thirty years of experience in developmental disability services. A consultant in private practice, she is well known and respected for her practical and positive approaches to addressing the needs of children and adults with disabilities. As an enthusiastic lecturer, teacher and trainer, Ms. Doyle travels extensively to bring her holistic, humane and effective approaches to others. Ms. Doyle is ""Aunt Barbara"" to Tom Iland, who has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Emily lives in Santa Clarita, CA, with her husband Steve and their family. In Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, she draws on her experiences advocating for her son Tom who has ASD, and assisting other families. Emily's co-author is her sister, Barbara Doyle, who shares her perspective as an educational professional and autism specialist. Emily translated their book into Spanish and published the Spanish version in June, 2005. Los Trastornos del Espectro de Autismo de la A a la Z is the winner of the 2006 Outstanding Literary Work of the Year from the Autism Society of America. In April, 2007 both books were awarded the Exceptional Parent Magazine Symbol of Excellence Award. Emily is a member of the Transition Task Force of the California Blue Ribbon Commission on Autism and will be providing data from her thesis to inform the Commission's legislative recommendations. She is the Secretary of the Autism Society of America, Los Angeles, and a founding member of SCAAN, Santa Clarita Autism Asperger Network. Emily is a founding member of C.L.E.A.R, Community and Law Enforcement Aware Response, a collaborative to reduce criminal involvement of people with disabilities and help law enforcement officials be informed in their response to people with special needs." Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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