AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS THROUGH THE LIFESPAN

Book ID/图书代码： 06930011B50119

English Summary/英文概要： This professional textbook covers every aspect of Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD), from science to services, from the most disabling Kanner’s syndrome to the most high-functioning Asperger syndrome, and from birth to old age.

The book contains the latest research on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, intervention and support of individuals with ASD, and examines their implications at various stages of life. A wide range of neurological, genetic, psychological, developmental, social, and emotional issues are covered, and the author also includes less accessible information on the diagnosis and treatment of associated psychiatric and medical conditions, the overlap between the ASDs and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and the management of behavioural and forensic problems. The author does not presume existing technical knowledge and the background to new methods of assessment, such as functional magnetic resonance imaging, standardized clinical and psychological assessment, and genetic testing, is explained.

This book will be an indispensible primary resource for paediatricians, psychiatrists, clinical and educational psychologists, specialist nurses, counsellors, psychotherapists, legal professionals and others working with individuals of all ages who are on the autism spectrum. It will also be of interest to any carers and people with an ASD who want to know about the up to date research into the causes and treatment of the disorder.

Chinese Summary/中文概要： 这本专业性极强的教材从对孤独症的科学研究到处理治疗，从最无力的克拉克综合症到最严重的高功能自闭症---艾斯伯格综合症，从患者的出生到死亡对孤独症进行了全面的介绍。同时它还对孤独症患者的的评价、诊断、处理、干预治疗和支持的最新研究进行了阐述，并调查了他们在不同的生命阶段的心得。对于其他广泛的领域，本书也有涉及，这包括对神经、遗传、心理、发育、社交及情感的探讨。与此同时，作者还为读者提供了一些难以获取的关于精神病与医疗状况并发症，孤独和过动并发症及其他行为或语际治疗的信息。作者并未对当前存在的关于孤独症的技术治疗知识及新的治疗方法，例如技能型磁共振成像、标准的临床和心理评估、基因检测等擅自作出评价。对所有对孤独症有所研究的儿科专家、精神病学家、临床教育心理学家、专业护士、顾问、精神治疗医师教授及其他相关人员而言，本书是一个不可或缺的利用资源。同时对希望了解关于孤独症的起因和治疗方法的最新研究的护工和孤独症患者本身也颇具吸引力。(兼职翻译-XMM)

Awards/获奖情况："Digby Tantam has worked with people with autism spectrum conditions for over 30 years. This experience has made him aware of the remarkable variations in the clinical pictures to be found in people on the spectrum. To take just one aspect, they can vary from those with severe or profound learning disability right up to those of remarkably high ability, even genius level, in specific areas. However, the author emphasises that they all share a major problem affecting non-verbal communication. This type of communication he considers essential for the "unconscious link between people". Is this the basis of the social instinct?
The author discusses in detail, but with great clarity, what is known of the physical, neurological and genetic findings in people with autism spectrum conditions, and the developmental, social and emotional factors, including changes with age, that have an equally important effect upon the clinical picture. He also discusses the prevalence and methods of treatment.
This fascinating, and intriguing analysis of the remarkably diverse picture to be found in autism spectrum conditions makes this book especially unusual in the published literature of the field, and essential reading for both professionals and parents."---Dr Lorna Wing, Consultant to the NAS Lorna Wing Centre for Autism

"This is a unique and timely contribution to the literature on autism. The National Autistic Society of the UK will be 50 years old in 2012. Many of the children who attended its first school are now approaching old age.
In this astonishingly comprehensive and well researched book on autism through the lifespan, Digby Tantam’s long and eminent career as a leading academic, researcher and clinician is evident throughout. His thorough examination of the science and the various theories of autism is matched by an engaging and straightforward style that makes even the most complex aspects accessible. His use of case examples also reveals a deep understanding of the true nature of autism - empathy for ’autistic thinking’ and recognition of the ’strengths’ of autism juxtaposed with recognition of the very real difficulties that may be present. Respect for difference and diversity is noticeably informed by research and a solid first hand clinical background and experience. It is consequently unsentimental, wise and practical.
Due to the breadth and depth of this book I would recommend it as an investment that will be invaluable not just for academics, clinicians and researchers but a much wider readership that will include the autistic community and those who support them."---Richard Mills, Director of Research, The National Autistic Society UK and Research Director, Research Autism, London

About the Author/作者介绍： 迪哥比•Tantam是谢菲尔德市国民卫生保健基金会的名誉精神病顾问和治疗医师，同时也是谢菲尔德大学的名誉教授。他是一名注册心理医生，也是英国心理咨询与治疗协会及英国心理治疗委员会的成员。曾在牛津、哈佛，斯坦福、伦敦大学及开放大学求学，从伦敦精神病研究院获得博士学位后，在1980年他为患有孤独症的青少年和成人开设了一家诊所，现在此诊所仍在经营。他写了许多关于孤独症及其他主题的文章和书目。

Digby Tantam is Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist for Sheffield Health Care NHS Foundation Trust and an Emeritus Professor at the University of Sheffield. He is a chartered psychologist, and a fellow of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy. Educated at Oxford, Harvard, Stanford, London and the Open Universities, and with a doctorate from the Institute of Psychiatry in London, he started a clinic for adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorders in 1980 that has continued ever since. He has written numerous articles and books on ASD and other topics.

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