Autism spectrum disorders represent complex disease patterns with an extremely wide variety of manifestations. This volume presents a detailed and practically oriented account of the core symptoms and comorbid disturbances, the diagnostic procedure, clinical differential diagnosis, treatment and course of the disturbances. Special emphasis is given to the importance of early detection and interdisciplinary treatment. Additional topics emphasized in the book include school support for the patients affected and a survey of autism among adults.
ISBN: 978-3-17-026848-7
