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Understanding and Evaluating Autism Theory
Nick Chown
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Description for Understanding and Evaluating Autism Theory
Paperback. As it stands, there is little crossover between theoretical knowledge on autism and Asperger syndrome, and autism intervention. This textbook provides the first guide to all theoretical output, including 'mainstream' and 'alternative', as well as non-specific theories that can be applied to autism and Asperger syndrome. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: MJNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 154 x 229 x 23. Weight in Grams: 526.
Addressing the full spectrum of theoretical output associated with autism and Asperger syndrome, this is the complete guide to autism theory - spanning from mainstream and alternative, through to non-autism specific theories that might be applied to autism. Previous study on autism has made significant inroads into the individual branches of autism theory, however, no text has brought together the complete range of theories in an accessible textbook for students and academics. The author argues that a more obvious application of theory to autism intervention would be beneficial to practitioners. With access to the complete range ... Read more
Addressing the full spectrum of theoretical output associated with autism and Asperger syndrome, this is the complete guide to autism theory - spanning from mainstream and alternative, through to non-autism specific theories that might be applied to autism. Previous study on autism has made significant inroads into the individual branches of autism theory, however, no text has brought together the complete range of theories in an accessible textbook for students and academics. The author argues that a more obvious application of theory to autism intervention would be beneficial to practitioners. With access to the complete range ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Weight
525g
Number of Pages
368
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781785920509
SKU
V9781785920509
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-2
About Nick Chown
Nick Chown is an independent autism researcher and trainer who also acts as advocate and mentor for various autistic adults. He is an Editorial Board Member of the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders and tutored for a number of years on the Sheffield Hallam/National Autistic Society Post Graduate Certificate in Autism and Asperger Syndrome course. He lives near Barcelona. ... Read more
Reviews for Understanding and Evaluating Autism Theory
This book is a comprehensive and critical appraisal of Autism, past and present. It is a book for, all seasons , from the neophyte to the experienced mental health professional, as well as parents wanting to understand Autism in greater detail. It makes fascinating and informative reading and is surprisingly for a book like this, ... Read more