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Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Clinical Handbook
Contributor(s): Gelbar, Nicholas W. (Author)
ISBN: 0190624825     ISBN-13: 9780190624828
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
OUR PRICE:   $74.10  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: December 2017
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BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Clinical Psychology
- Psychology | Developmental - Adolescent
- Psychology | Developmental - Child
Dewey: 618.928
LCCN: 2017040503
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (1.20 lbs) 352 pages
 
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Adolescence is a challenging stage for all individuals, especially for those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Individuals with ASD face increased social isolation and engage in more challenging behaviors during adolescence. They also experience increased mental health challenges including
anxiety and depression, and they are among the least likely of any disability group to attend college, be competitively employed, or live independently. At the same time, adolescents with ASD face a major shift in available services and support as they exit the K-12 educational system. The need to
present what is known about this group in order to inform clinicians, researchers, and educators cannot be understated.

Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder synthesizes current science on adolescents and young adults with ASD in order to inform mental health practitioners and education professionals who work directly with these individuals. While early childhood interventions for ASD have been extensively
developed and tested, research on adolescents and young adults with ASD has lagged behind until recently. This comprehensive handbook can be utilized to train students and professionals in applied mental health roles. The handbook includes three sections: Part I reviews diagnosis and treatment of
adolescents with ASD; Part II details how to support their educational needs; and Part III discusses special populations including college students and young women. Chapters highlight recommendations for clinicians and include study questions and additional resources.