Clinical Assessment and Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorders (Practical Resources for the Mental Health Professional)
IntroductionChapter 1Assessment and Intervention in Autism: An Historical PerspectiveAmanda Richdale, Kimberly SchreckChapter 2Evidence Based Practice for Autism Spectrum DisordersMary Jane Weiss, Kate Fiske, Suzannah FerraioliChapter 3Autism Spectrum Disorders:  A Lifespan PerspectiveLinda A. LeBlanc, Andrew R. Riley, Tina R. GoldsmithAssessmentChapter 4Differential DiagnosisMarie Nebel-Schwalm, Johnny L. MatsonChapter 5Assessment of Challenging Behaviors in People with Autism Spectrum DisordersPeter Sturmey, Laura Seiverling, John Ward-HornerChapter 6Communication and Social Skills AssessmentJeff Sigafoos, Ralf W. Schlosser, Vanessa A. Green, Mark O'Reilly, Giulio E. LancioniChapter 7Assessment of Independent Living/Adaptive SkillsNaomi Swiezy, Melissa Stuart, Patricia Korzekwa, Stacie PozdolChapter 8Pharmacology Effects and Side EffectsLuc Lecavalier, Kenneth GadowInterventionsChapter 9Challenging BehaviorsOliver C. Mudford, Angela M. Arnold-Saritepe, Katrina J. Phillips, Manine Maari Locke, I-Chen Sharon Ho, Sarah Ann TaylorChapter 10CommunicationRalf W. Schlosser, Jeff SigafoosChapter 11Teaching Adaptive Skills to People with AutismKaren Sheridan, Troy RaffieldChapter 12Comprehensive Treatment Packages for ASD: Perceived vs. Proven EffectivenessRaymond G. Romanczyk, Jennifer M. Gillis, Sara WhiteChapter 13PharmacotherapyLuke Y. Tsai