Researching The Autism Spectrum Contemporary Perspectives (Paperback)

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This selection of contemporary studies provides up-to-date perspectives from leading investigators who are at the cutting edge of research into Autism Spectrum Disorders. The book allows readers to grasp new approaches to understanding the autism spectrum. Key areas of theory and research are covered, from classification and diagnosis, genetics, neurology and biochemistry, to socio-cognitive, developmental and educational perspectives, essential to a broader understanding of the autism spectrum. In addition, it introduces new emphases on MEG, epilepsy and memory. In highlighting both biomedical and psychological perspectives, this book reflects the multi-level focus of contemporary thinking about autism. By addressing key unanswered questions, Researching the Autism Spectrum acts as a guidepost for future research and provides an authoritative and multi-disciplinary perspective.||`The editors of this volume... have assembled a valuable collection of chapters providing an excellent overview of a wide range of areas relevant to autism research.' From the foreword by Simon Baron-CohenThis selection of contemporary studies provides up-to-date perspectives from leading investigators who are at the cutting edge of research into Autism Spectrum Disorders. The book allows readers to grasp new approaches to understanding the autism spectrum. Key areas of theory and research are covered, from classification and diagnosis, genetics, neurology and biochemistry, to socio-cognitive, developmental and educational perspectives, essential to a broader understanding of the autism spectrum. In addition, it introduces new emphases on MEG, epilepsy and memory. In highlighting both biomedical and psychological perspectives, this book reflects the multi-level focus of contemporary thinking about autism. By addressing key unanswered questions, Researching the Autism Spectrum acts as a guidepost for future research and provides an authoritative and multi-disciplinary perspective.