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Autism spectrum disorder assessment in schools / Laura J Dilly and Christine M Hall.

By: Dilly, Laura J [author.].
Contributor(s): Hall, Christine M [author.].
Publisher: New York : Routledge, ©2019Edition: 1 Edition.Description: viii, 150 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.Content type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9780815374350 (hardback); 9780815374374 (pbk.).Subject(s): Autism spectrum disorders in children -- Education | Autistic children -- Services for | Autism spectrum disorders in childrenAdditional physical formats: Online version:: Autism spectrum disorder assessment in schoolsDDC classification: 371.94 D58
Contents:
Overview of autism spectrum disorders -- History and core characteristics of autism spectrum disorders -- Etiology of autism spectrum disorders -- Early identification of ASD within diverse populations -- Comorbid conditions and disorders -- Specific asd assessment practices -- Primary components of ASD assessments -- Secondary components of ASD assessments -- ASD identification in the schools -- The process of identification of ASD in the schools -- Sharing assessment results and creating a plan.
Summary: Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment in Schools serves as a guide on how to assess children for autism spectrum disorders (ASD), specifically in school settings. Dilly and Hall offer a general overview of ASD, describe ASD assessment best practices, and explain the process of identifying ASD in schools. Current research and up-to-date science is incorporated in a practitioner-friendly manner, and short case vignettes will increase the accessibility of the book content and illustrate principles. As the rates of ASD reach 1/59 children, and school psychologists are increasingly expected to possess expertise in the assessment of ASD, this book serves as a must have for school psychologists, school social workers, and other practitioners. -- Provided by publisher.
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GC GC 371.94 D58 2019 (Browse shelf) Available JHS000380

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Overview of autism spectrum disorders -- History and core characteristics of autism spectrum disorders -- Etiology of autism spectrum disorders -- Early identification of ASD within diverse populations -- Comorbid conditions and disorders -- Specific asd assessment practices -- Primary components of ASD assessments -- Secondary components of ASD assessments -- ASD identification in the schools -- The process of identification of ASD in the schools -- Sharing assessment results and creating a plan.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment in Schools serves as a guide on how to assess children for autism spectrum disorders (ASD), specifically in school settings. Dilly and Hall offer a general overview of ASD, describe ASD assessment best practices, and explain the process of identifying ASD in schools. Current research and up-to-date science is incorporated in a practitioner-friendly manner, and short case vignettes will increase the accessibility of the book content and illustrate principles. As the rates of ASD reach 1/59 children, and school psychologists are increasingly expected to possess expertise in the assessment of ASD, this book serves as a must have for school psychologists, school social workers, and other practitioners. -- Provided by publisher.

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