The science and fiction of autism / Laura Schreibman.

Author/creator Schreibman, Laura Ellen
Format Book
Publication InfoCambridge, Mass : Harvard University Press, 2005.
Descriptionv, 293 pages ; 22 cm
Subjects

Contents 1. Critical evaluation of issues in autism -- 2. Characteristics of autism -- 3. Diagnosis and assessment -- 4. What causes autism? -- 5. Are there core deficits in autism? -- 6. Developing treatments that work -- 7. Are other treatments effective? -- 8. Miracle cures or bogus treatments? -- 9. Early intervention, "recovery," and "best" treatment -- 10. Educate autistic children!
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2005046369
ISBN0674019318 (alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks RC553.A88 S374 2005 ✔ Available Place Hold