Repetitive and Restricted Behaviors and Interests in Autism Spectrum Disorders: From Neurobiology to Behavior

This volume examines repetitive and restrictive behaviors and interests (RRBIs) affecting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), covering neurological mechanisms, relationship to other ASD characteristics, diagnosis, intervention, and assessment and treatment. It is a valuable resource for researchers, graduate students, clinicians, and professionals in developmental psychology, behavioral therapy/rehabilitation, social work, clinical child and school psychology, child and adolescent psychiatry, pediatrics, occupational therapy, and special education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 279 pages
Publication date: 07 April 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive volume delves into the realm of repetitive and restrictive behaviors and interests (RRBIs) impacting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). An esteemed international team of expert leaders in the field meticulously reviews the diverse aspects of RRBIs, a broad category of behaviors characterized by repetition, rigidity, invariance, and inappropriateness to place and context.

Key topics covered in this insightful text include:

Neurological Mechanisms Underlying Repetitive Behaviors: A comprehensive exploration of animal and human models, shedding light on the underlying mechanisms of RRBs across typical and atypical development.

The Relationship Between RRBI and Other Characteristics of ASD: A deep dive into the interplay between RRBI and communication, social, sensory aspects of ASD, highlighting their interconnectedness.

RRBIs in Adults with ASD: A thorough examination of the prevalence, diagnosis, and intervention strategies for RRBI in adults with ASD.

Diagnosing RRBI: A detailed guide to recognizing and diagnosing RRBIs in individuals with ASD, including the use of appropriate assessment tools and methodologies.

An RRBI Intervention Model: A practical and evidence-based intervention model designed to address RRBI in individuals with ASD, encompassing various approaches and techniques.

The Book Bridges the Gap Between Neurobiological and Neurocognitive Knowledge: Bridging the gap between neurobiological and neurocognitive bodies of knowledge in relation to RRBIs and their behavioral aspects, while examining associations with other domains of ASD.

In addition, this volume addresses related assessment and treatment of RRBI in ASD, providing valuable insights for researchers, graduate students, clinicians, therapists, and professionals in developmental psychology, behavioral therapy/rehabilitation, social work, clinical child and school psychology, child and adolescent psychiatry, pediatrics, occupational therapy, and special education.

As a vital resource, this comprehensive volume equips professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively understand, diagnose, and intervene for individuals with ASD experiencing RRBIs, fostering improved outcomes and quality of life.

Weight: 444g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030664473
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021