Defining Autism

by Emily L. Casanova, Manuel F. Casanova

Incisive and engaging, Defining Autism considers the different genetic, neurological and environmental causes of, and contributory factors to autism, concluding that there is a 'biological autism'. It takes a wide-ranging view of developmental and genetic autism factors, and considers autism's relationship with other conditions such as epilepsy. It also works to shed light on the vast number of related syndromes which are all too often denied adequate attention.


Thoroughly researched yet accessible, this key text uses a combination of genetics and neuropathological studies to cut through common misconceptions and persuasively argue that every case of autism has a 'cause', if a complex one, that it is a biological rather than behavioural condition, and that while there are many autisms, there is only one autism.

Genres: Nonfiction

264 pages, Paperback

First published October 18, 2018

Reviews

[Ian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of interesting technical information. Not the best place to start as the "bigger picture" is sometimes missing.

Still, definitely a worthwhile read if you're interested in the subject.

[Susan Treat · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a perfect research book if you are wanting to research autism.