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Handbook of Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Editors:
  1. Johnny L. Matson

    1. Department of Psychology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, USA

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  • Synthesizes numerous research studies and findings on assessment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
  • Addresses the history and use of clinical observation as well as how assessments have grown increasingly structured and specialized
  • Examines multiple disorders often comorbid with autism, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, and sleep problems
  • Explores the implications of DSM-5 and ICD-11 on treating autism?

Part of the book series: Autism and Child Psychopathology Series (ACPS)

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Table of contents (25 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xii
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  2. History and Purpose of Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism

    • Hilary L. Adams, Johnny L. Matson
    Pages 1-9

  3. Types of Assessment

    • Jonathan Tarbox, Shannon La Cava, Khahn Hoang
    Pages 11-26

  4. Purposes of Assessment

    • Lauren Gardner, Karyn Erkfritz-Gay, Jonathon M. Campbell, Tera Bradley, Laura Murphy
    Pages 27-43

  5. Report Writing for Autism Spectrum Disorder Evaluations

    • Brian Belva, Aaron J. Fischer, Amber M. Hasty Mills, Ashley R. Dillon, Amanda J. Beeman, Julie Cash
    Pages 45-63

  6. Screening Methods

    • Jonathon M. Campbell, Kirsten A. Scheil, Rachel K. Hammond
    Pages 65-86

  7. Monitoring Progress in Autism Spectrum Disorder

    • Valsamma Eapen, Katrina Williams, Jacqueline Roberts, Nicole Rinehart, Jane McGillivray
    Pages 87-115

  8. Implications of ICD and DSM on Screening, Diagnosis, and Monitoring

    • Sarah J. Carrington
    Pages 117-136

  9. Stress and Satisfaction in the Diagnostic Process

    • Ebony L. Holliday, Hillary C. Stanley, Jill C. Fodstad, Noha F. Minshawi
    Pages 137-155

  10. Diagnosing ASD in Very Early Childhood

    • Paige E. Cervantes, Johnny L. Matson, Rachel L. Goldin
    Pages 157-173

  11. Preschool, Early Childhood, and Adolescence

    • Steven G. Little, Angeleque Akin-Little
    Pages 175-190

  12. Assessment in Adulthood

    • Iliana Magiati
    Pages 191-207

  13. Challenging Behaviors

    • Geraldine Leader, Arlene Mannion
    Pages 209-232

  14. Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD)

    • Brenna B. Maddox, Connor M. Kerns, Martin E. Franklin, Susan W. White
    Pages 233-258

  15. The Comorbid Diagnosis of ASD and ADHD: Clinical and Neuropsychological Perspectives

    • Tamara May, Emma Sciberras, Harriet Hiscock, Nicole Rinehart
    Pages 259-284

  16. Depression and Autism

    • Maya Matheis, Nicole C. Turygin
    Pages 285-300

  17. Severe Psychopathology

    • Alex S. Cohen, Rebecca MacAulay, Kyle R. Mitchell, Justin Ory, Elana Schwartz
    Pages 301-314

  18. Assessment of Feeding Disorders in ASD: A Multidisciplinary Approach

    • William G. Sharp, Rashelle C. Berry, Michele Cole-Clark, Kristen K. Criado, Barbara O. McElhanon
    Pages 315-335

  19. Assessing Sleep Problems in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

    • Terry Katz, Beth A. Malow, Ann M. Reynolds
    Pages 337-356

  20. Cerebral Palsy and Autism Spectrum Disorder

    • Sharon Smile, Anne Kawamura
    Pages 357-377
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About this book

This handbook details best practices and discusses ongoing challenges in assessment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Chapters address assessment and diagnostic protocols, developmental considerations in ASD assessment, and issues concerning comorbid psychological and medical conditions. Various aspects of the disorder are emphasized throughout the handbook - from assessment in adolescent and adult populations to the latest findings in neuropsychology. The book concludes with future directions for research and clinical applications, focusing on universal screening, improved assessment methods, and earlier and more accurate diagnosis.


Topics featured in this handbook include:
  • Types of ASD assessment. 
  • Report writing for ASD evaluations.
  • Stress and satisfaction in the diagnostic process.
  • Clinical and neuropsychological perspectives from comorbid diagnosis of ASD and ADHD.
  • Executive functions in ASD.

The Handbook of Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder is an essential reference for researchers, clinicians, professionals, and graduate students in clinical child and school psychology, child and adolescent psychiatry, and social work as well as rehabilitation medicine/therapy, behavioral therapy, pediatrics, and educational psychology.

Reviews

“As an informed clinician, professor, and researcher, I found that I learned a great deal about best practice assessment and diagnosis of autism by reading this book. Whether you are new to the world of child psychopathology or are a seasoned veteran, this book has much to offer in the way of updated information on diagnostics and assessment of autism.” (Justin J. Boseck,Journal of Pediatric Neuropsychology, Vol. 3, 2017)

Editors and Affiliations

  • Department of Psychology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, USA

    Johnny L. Matson

About the editor

Johnny L. Matson, Ph.D., is Professor and Distinguished Research Master in the Department of Psychology at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, U.S.A. He has also previously held a professorship in psychiatry and clinical psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. He is the author of more than 800 publications including 41 books. He also serves as Founding Editor-in-Chief of three journals; Research in Developmental Disabilities (Elsevier), Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders (Elsevier), and Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders (Springer).

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