Clinical assessment and intervention for autism spectrum disorders edited by Johnny Matson

Pt. I. Introduction. Assessment and intervention in autism: an historical perspective / Amanda L. Richdale and Kimberly A. Schreck --Evidence-based practice for autism spectrum disorders / Mary Jane Weiss, Kate Fiske, and Suzannah Ferraioli --Autism spectrum disorders: a lifespan perspective / Linda A. LeBlanc, Andrew R. Riley and Tina R. Goldsmith. Pt. II. Assessment. Differential diagnosis / Marie S. Nebel-Schwalm and Johnny L. Matson --Assessment of challenging behaviors in people with autism spectrum disorders / Peter Sturmey, Laura Seiverling, and John Ward-Horner --Communication and social skills assessment / Jeff Sigafoos ... [et al.] --Assessment of independent living/adaptive skills / Naomi Swiezy ... [et al.] --Pharmacology effects and side effects / Luc Lecavalier and Kenneth Gadow. Pt. III. Interventions. Challenging behaviors / Oliver C. Mudford ... [et al.] --Communication intervention for children with autism spectrum disorders / Ralf W. Schlosser and Jeff Sigafoos --Teaching adaptive skills to people with autism / Karen Sheridan and Troy Raffield --Comprehensive treatment packages for ASD: perceived vs. proven effectiveness / Raymond G. Romanczyk ... [et al.] --Pharmacotherapy / Luke Y. Tsai