Autism

Research on autism has flourished in recent years. As a result, specialism has developed and lines of research have become specialized and isolated. This collection of research on autism spectrum disorders investigates and cross-references a wide range of neurocognitive, clinical, and interventionist perspectives on autistic spectrum disorders research – from functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging studies to naturalistic intervention.

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• Accessible to students, parents and practitioners, Autism provides an overview of high profile research
  
• Features contributions from teams at the forefront of research output in the UK, Europe and the United States
  
• Introductory and concluding chapters highlighting major research themes while exploring broader issues on the integration of autism research,