Fully updated to reflect DSM-5 and current assessment tools, procedures and research, this second edition of the award-winning book, A Best Practice Guide to Assessment and Intervention for Autism and Asperger Syndrome in Schools, provides a practical and scientifically-based approach to identifying, assessing, and treating children and adolescents with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in school settings.
Each chapter features a
consolidated and integrative description of best practice assessment and
intervention/treatment 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 find this guide a valuable and informative resource as well. It also serves as an ideal text in graduate-level courses on autism, developmental disabilities, special education, clinical and school psychology and early intervention. This highly readable and state-of-the-art practitioner resource sets the standard for all professionals working with students and families 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 find this guide a valuable and informative resource as well. It also serves as an ideal text in graduate-level courses on autism, developmental disabilities, special education, clinical and school psychology and early intervention. This highly readable and state-of-the-art practitioner resource sets the standard for all professionals working with students and families with ASD.
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 Adults
“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 and Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Schools has been 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 has been selected as an Award Finalist in the "Education/Academic" category of the 2017 Best Book Awards.
Availability
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A Best practice Guide to Assessment and Intervention for Autism
Spectrum Disorder in Schools (2nd
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Author
Lee A. Wilkinson, PhD, NCSP is a licensed and nationally certified school psychologist, and certified cognitive-behavioral therapist. He provides consultation services and best
practice guidance to school systems, agencies, advocacy groups, and professionals
on a wide variety of topics related to children and youth with autism. His
research and professional writing has focused primarily on behavioral
consultation and therapy, and evidence-based practice in assessment and
intervention for autism spectrum disorder. He has published numerous journal
articles on these subjects both in the US and internationally. Dr. Wilkinson is author of the award-winning book, A
Best Practice Guide to Assessment and Intervention for Autism and Asperger
Syndrome in Schools and 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. His book, Overcoming
Anxiety and Depression on the Autism Spectrum: A Self-Help Guide Using CBT,
was honored as an Award-Winning Finalist
in the “Psychology/Mental Health” category of the 2016 Best
Book Awards.”
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