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9780415309684

Autism and Asperger Syndrome: Preparing for Adulthood

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  • ISBN13:

    9780415309684

  • ISBN10:

    0415309689

  • Edition: 2nd
  • Format: Nonspecific Binding
  • Copyright: 2004-10-28
  • Publisher: Routledge

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Summary

Univ. of London, UK. Reviews current knowledge about adults with autism in terms of their social functioning and educational and occupational status. Offers practical ways of dealing with the many difficulties faced by adults with this disorder. Presents clinical case material and how difficulties have been overcome. For psychologists and therapists. Softcover.

Author Biography

Patricia Howlin is Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Clinical Psychology at St. George's Hospital Medical School, University of London.

Table of Contents

Figures
viii
Tables
ix
Foreword xi
Acknowledgements xii
Introduction 1(4)
Is there a distinction between autism and Asperger syndrome?
5(14)
Outcome in autism
19(27)
Interventions for autism
46(21)
Problems of communication
67(31)
Social functioning in adulthood
98(39)
Stereotyped, ritualistic and obsessional behaviours
137(35)
Secondary education
172(34)
Further educational provision
206(27)
Coping with and finding employment
233(37)
Psychiatric disturbances in adulthood
270(30)
Legal issues
300(13)
Sexual relationships and marriage
313(21)
Enhancing independence
334(17)
Bibliography 351(32)
Index 383

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