Understanding Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism

by Mesibov, Gary B.; Shea, Victoria; Adams, Lynn W.

• ISBN13: 9780306466274
• ISBN10: 0306466279
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-11-01
• Publisher: Plenum Pub Corp

Summary

This volume, the first in the series, explores the high-functioning group of people within the spectrum of autism disorders. It is the culmination of over a decade of clinical work and research, including the most current information available about this group. This book explores:-the history of high-functioning autism; -diagnosis of the disorder; -assessment; and -treatment for the individual and their families. Written in a style that is accessible to both seasoned clinicians and concerned lay persons, Understanding Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism is a unique resource.

Table of Contents

Asperger Syndrome/High Functioning Autism	1	(24)
Introduction	3	(2)
History	5	(1)
Kanner's Original Paper	6	(1)
Asperger's Original Paper	7	(2)
Similarities Between Kanner and Asperger	9	(1)
Biases, Cultural Norms, and Referral Samples	10	(2)
Differences Between Kanner's and Asperger's Descriptions	12	(1)
Other Names for Similar Groups	13	(2)
Asperger Syndrome Before Wing's Paper	15	(2)
Wing's Contributions	17	(3)
Other Early Reports of Higher Functioning Autism	20	(1)
The Role of the DSM	21	(1)
Summary and Conclusion	22	(3)
Diagnosis and Classification	25	(20)
Introduction	25	(2)
Common Elements in DSM-IV Criteria for Asperger Syndrome and Autism	27	(3)
Qualitative Impairment in Reciprocal Social Interaction	27	(2)
Restricted Repetitive and Stereotyped Patterns of Behavior, Interests, and Activities	29	(1)
Primary Difference in DSM-IV Criteria for Asperger Syndrome and Autism	30	(2)
Additional Aspects of AS in DSM-IV	32	(2)
Current Perspectives on the Relationship of Autism and AS	34	(4)
Diagnosis of Related Disorders	38	(5)
Obsessive---Compulsive Disorder (OCD)	38	(1)
Semantic---Pragmatic Disorder	39	(1)
Schizoid Personality Disorder	40	(1)
Nonverbal Learning Disability (NLD)	41	(1)
Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS)	42	(1)
Summary and Conclusion	43	(2)
Psychological Assessment of Asperger Syndrome	45	(28)
Introduction	46	(1)
Goals of Psychological Assessment	47	(2)
Diagnosis	47	(1)
Intervention Planning	48	(1)
Psychological Assessment Procedures	49	(19)
Parent Interviews	49	(1)
Observation and Informal Interviews	50	(1)
Formal Testing	51	(17)
Summary of Recommendations for Assessment	68	(1)
After the Assessment	69	(1)
Summary and Conclusions	69	(1)
Appendix	69	(4)
Cognitive Tests	70	(1)
Academic Achievement Tests	70	(1)
Adaptive Behavior Tests	70	(1)
Checklists and Rating Scales	71	(1)
Tests of Executive Function	71	(1)
Other Tests	72	(1)
Interventions	73	(36)
Introduction	73	(1)
Theoretical Foundations of the TEACCH Structured Teaching Method for Autism Spectrum Disorders	74	(2)
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders	74	(1)
Individual Observation and Planning	75	(1)
Implications of AS/HFA for Designing Intervention	76	(7)
Additional Principles of Intervention	83	(2)
Age-Specific Interventions	85	(20)
Social Issues	88	(6)
Academic Issues	94	(7)
Behavior Problems and Emotional Issues	101	(2)
Transition to Adulthood	103	(2)
Research Literature	105	(2)
Summary and Conclusion	107	(1)
Additional Resources	107	(1)
Appendix	107	(2)
Outline of a Social Story Explaning AS/HFA	107	(2)
Final Thoughts	109	(4)
The Autism Spectrum	109	(1)
Divisions Within the Autism Spectrum	109	(3)
What Is in a Name?	112	(1)
Epilogue	113	(2)
References	115	(10)
Index	125