{"product_id":"essentials-of-autism-spectrum-disorders-evaluation-and-assessment","title":"Essentials of Autism Spectrum Disorders Evaluation and Assessment","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eA multidisciplinary approach to diagnosing and treating autism spectrum disorders, with a focus on best practice guidelines for clinicians, graduate students, and educators\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGiven the rise in prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), clinicians need to be well versed in this unique developmental spectrum. \u003ci\u003eEssentials of Autism Spectrum Disorders Evaluation and Assessment \u003c\/i\u003epresents a comprehensive developmental model for evaluating autism spectrum disorders. This model is derived from evidence-based standards of practice, along with years of clinical experience, and is presented in easy-to-read terms accessible to a broad audience.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAssessing developmental skills in patients with ASD requires a multidisciplinary understanding of the diagnosis, and research emphasizes the need to take a strengths-based approach when recommending treatments and interventions. Updated to reflect the contemporary understanding of ASD and its many exceptional characteristics, this book allows clinicians to assess the strengths and weaknesses of common assessment measures, including:  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures of cognition and intelligence \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures of adaptive behavior \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures of communication \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures of autism symptomatology \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdditionally, the authors discuss common misdiagnoses, missed symptoms, and co-occurring conditions, enabling readers to effectively identify ASD based on behavioral presentation. Readers will also find guidance on recommending treatments and interventions to newly diagnosed individuals. The result is a clear, comprehensive guide to today’s best practices in evaluating ASD.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nadeen L. Kaufman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42839197286461,"sku":"9781119982517","price":95.36,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/7689\/2989\/files\/9781119982517_b23aafdc-1e32-4780-98c7-8707e97a1cab.jpg?v=1766955103","url":"https:\/\/www.palmleaf.com.au\/products\/essentials-of-autism-spectrum-disorders-evaluation-and-assessment","provider":"Palmleaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}