Gain an understanding of the most important autism spectrum assessments and evaluation techniques
Essentials of Autism Spectrum Disorders Evaluation and Assessment, 2nd Edition, helps professionals learn how to identify, assess, and diagnose autism spectrum disorders (ASD). In a time when detection and awareness of ASD are on the rise, this book addresses the primary domains of assessment, discusses the purpose of assessment, suggests test instruments, and identifies the unique clinical applications of each instrument to the diagnosis of ASD. As with all volumes in the Essentials of Psychological Assessment series, this book consists of concise chapters featuring callout boxes highlighting key concepts, easy-to-learn bullet points, and extensive illustrative material, as well as test questions that help you gauge and reinforce your grasp of the information covered.
- Understand the issues in identification and assessment of autism spectrum disorders
- Get expert advice on avoiding common pitfalls and misinterpretations
- Quickly and easily locate pertinent information, thanks to the convenient, rapid-reference format
- Access resources and tools to aid in performing professional duties.
This straightforward manual includes samples of integrated reports from diagnostic evaluations and prepares clinical and school psychologists, and clinicians from allied disciplines, to effectively evaluate and assess ASD.
A multidisciplinary approach to diagnosing and treating autism spectrum disorders, with a focus on best practice guidelines for clinicians, graduate students, and educators
Given the rise in prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), clinicians need to be well versed in this unique developmental spectrum. Essentials of Autism Spectrum Disorders Evaluation and Assessment presents 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.
Assessing 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:
- Measures of cognition and intelligence
- Measures of adaptive behavior
- Measures of communication
- Measures of autism symptomatology
Additionally, 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.
