The Handbook of Autism

by Maureen Aarons, Tessa Gittens

This updated edition of the Handbook of Autism explores and expands on the practical and jargon free information of the best-selling first edition. The authors dispel many of the myths surrounding this puzzling and complex disorder. They provide practical information that makes sense, covering both medical and educational issues.
Revised research and new case-studies, including follow-ups to the case-studies featured in the first edition reflect the developments made over the last eight years both in the understanding and management of autism. A list of contacts and services at the back of the book underlines its practical approach.

Genres: Autistic Spectrum Disorder

160 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1991

Reviews

[Grace]

This book is very dated now. I can not recommend it; it no longer lives up to its title.

[Natascha Stamm]

Praxisorientiert, einfache Sprache und Praxisbeispiele runden das Buch zu einem guten Leitfaden für Laien ab.

[T.]

Das Buch ist meiner Meinung nach viel zu wertend und im Vergleich zu anderen ass-Ratgebern wenig hilfreich in der Praxis.

[Alex]

I found the book to be very helpful and I'd recommend it to both parents and students who want to have a better understanding of autism.

[Joana Fernandes]

Good little book, presents current research gathered at the time and is a very succinct guide to autism and all it entails. Crucial for understanding the disorder.