Preschool Issues in Autism
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Overview
Drawing on the TEACCH program's twenty years of experience in clinical services, education, and research, this volume synthesizes some of the most important theory and data related to the early identification and intervention in autism and related disorders. Chapters addressing clinical aspects, parental concerns, and legal issues will be useful in helping professionals understand and implement state-of-the-art services for young children and their families.
Covers early social develop. in autism, early inter- vention, federal legis. for children w/ disabilities, etc.
Synopsis
Drawing on the TEACCH program's twenty years of experience in clinical services, education, and research, this volume synthesizes some of the most important theory and data related to the early identification and intervention in autism and related disorders. Chapters addressing clinical aspects, parental concerns, and legal issues will be useful in helping professionals understand and implement state-of-the-art services for young children and their families.
Booknews
Focuses on identifying autistic children earlier and more accurately, and on what methods of intervention are becoming more refined. Discusses a parent's perspective on the preschool years, early development in autism, behavior management, related medical syndromes, interpreting test results to parents, and relevant federal legislation. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)