Is This Autism?: A Companion Guide for Diagnosing

This companion guide to "Is This Autism? A Guide for Clinicians and Everyone Else" helps clinicians assess for autism in clients of all ages, providing current assessment methods and guidance on cultural considerations, common mistakes, and communication. It is a practical resource for healthcare professionals who want to learn how to identify autism and provide support to autistic individuals.

Format: Hardback
Length: 308 pages
Publication date: 25 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive companion guide, Is This Autism? A Guide for Clinicians and Everyone Else, is designed to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge necessary to assess for the possibility of autism in clients of all ages. With a growing understanding of autism in recent years, many clinicians may feel inadequately prepared or uncertain about how to incorporate this knowledge into their diagnostic process. Consequently, countless individuals with autism remain unidentified, lacking access to proper identification and support. This book aims to address this issue by presenting current assessment methods, including interviewing, rating scales, self-report measures, social cognition tests, and behavioral observations. Furthermore, it offers valuable guidance on cultural considerations, common mistakes, and effective communication strategies to support clients throughout the diagnostic process.

This clinical guide is particularly valuable for autistic individuals who may have previously gone unnoticed or misdiagnosed. It adopts a clear and neurodiversity-affirming approach to autism assessment, ensuring that the unique perspectives and experiences of autistic individuals are recognized and valued. It is relevant to all healthcare professionals who seek to enhance their understanding of autism and learn how to identify it in their clients. By utilizing the comprehensive information provided in this guide, clinicians can provide timely and accurate diagnoses, leading to improved outcomes and quality of life for individuals with autism.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032517667