Fully updated to reflect current assessment tools, procedures and research, this award-winning book provides a practical and scientifically-based approach to identifying, assessing, and treating children and adolescents with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in school settings. Integrating current research evidence with theory and best practice, each chapter features a consolidated and integrative description of best practice assessment and intervention approaches for children and youth with ASD. It brings the topics of assessment and intervention together in a single authoritative resource guide consistent with recent advances in evidence-based practice. Illustrative case examples, glossary of terms, and helpful checklists and forms make this the definitive resource for identifying and implementing interventions for school-age children and youth with ASD.
This Guide is intended to
meet the needs of school-based professionals such as school psychologists,
counselors, speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, counselors,
social workers, administrators, and both general and special education
teachers. Parents, advocates, and community-based professionals will also find
this guide a valuable and informative resource.
Editorial Reviews
“It is rare that one book
can pack so many resources and easy to digest information into a single
volume! Families, school personnel, and professionals all need the
extensive, and up-to-date tips, guides, and ‘must-knows’ provided here. It’s
obvious the author is both a seasoned researcher and practitioner – a winning
combination.” — Dr. Debra Moore,
psychologist and co-author with Dr. Temple Grandin, of The Loving Push: How
Parents & Professionals Can Help Spectrum Kids Become Successful Adult
“Dr Wilkinson has done it again. This updated and scholarly Second Edition reflects important recent changes regarding diagnosis and services for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. With its numerous best-practice suggestions, it is a must-read for school psychologists, school social workers, and those who teach in general and special education.” — Dr Steven Landau, Professor of School Psychology in the Department of Psychology, Illinois State University
“This book is an essential resource for every educator that works with students with ASD! The easy-to-read format is complete with up to date research on evidence-based practices for this population, sample observation and assessment worksheets and case studies that allow the reader to apply the information presented.” — Gena P. Barnhill, PhD, NCSP, BCBA-D, LBA, Director of Special Education Programs at Lynchburg College, Lynchburg, VA
A Best Practice Guide to Assessment & Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Schools (2nd Edition) was selected as an Award Finalist in the "Education/Academic" category of the 2017 Best Book Awards.
A Best practice Guide to
Assessment and Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Schools (2nd Edition)
is available from Jessica
Kingsley Publishers, Amazon.com,
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booksellers. The book is available in both print and eBook
formats.
“Dr Wilkinson has done it again. This updated and scholarly Second Edition reflects important recent changes regarding diagnosis and services for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. With its numerous best-practice suggestions, it is a must-read for school psychologists, school social workers, and those who teach in general and special education.” — Dr Steven Landau, Professor of School Psychology in the Department of Psychology, Illinois State University
“This book is an essential resource for every educator that works with students with ASD! The easy-to-read format is complete with up to date research on evidence-based practices for this population, sample observation and assessment worksheets and case studies that allow the reader to apply the information presented.” — Gena P. Barnhill, PhD, NCSP, BCBA-D, LBA, Director of Special Education Programs at Lynchburg College, Lynchburg, VA
A Best Practice Guide to Assessment & Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Schools (2nd Edition) was selected as an Award Finalist in the "Education/Academic" category of the 2017 Best Book Awards.
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Author
Lee A. Wilkinson, PhD, NCSP is a licensed and nationally certified school psychologist, and certified cognitive-behavioral therapist. He is author of the award-winning books, A
Best Practice Guide to Assessment and Intervention for Autism and Asperger
Syndrome in Schools and Overcoming Anxiety and Depression on the Autism Spectrum: A Self-Help Guide Using CBT. He is also editor of a text in the APA School
Psychology Book Series, Autism
Spectrum Disorder in Children and Adolescents: Evidence-Based Assessment and
Intervention in Schools.
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