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August 2016
Print ISBN: 9781551309125
Overview
Accessible and engaging, Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Ontario Context provides students with a thorough introduction to the history of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as well as the contemporary understandings, interventions, and best practices that influence effective treatment approaches.
Drawing on evidence-based practice, Kimberly Maich and Carmen Hall provide concrete examples of localized research and practice within clinical, educational, and community-based settings that will enhance student comprehension of positive interventions. This introductory text features detailed examinations of ASD experiences across the lifespan and incorporates an extensive range of pedagogical tools, which will encourage reflection and deepen understanding.
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Table of Contents
Preface
SECTION I: AN INTRODUCTION TO AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Chapter 1: A Brief History of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Chapter 2: A Contemporary Understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder
SECTION II: INTERVENTIONS
Chapter 3: Evidence-Based Interventions
Chapter 4: Communication-Based Interventions
Chapter 5: Social Skills Interventions
Chapter 6: Behaviour-Based Interventions
SECTION III: A LOOK ACROSS THE LIFESPAN
Chapter 7: Autism Spectrum Disorder in Ontario Child Care Settings
Chapter 8: Autism Spectrum Disorder in Ontario Schools
Chapter 9: Supporting Ontario’s Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Chapter 10: Supporting Ontario’s Parents and Families
Copyright Acknowledgements
Index
