Evidence-based assessment in ASD (autism spectrum disorder) : what is available, what is appropriate and what is 'fit-for-purpose' / Kenneth J. Aitken.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction. - Part 1: GENERAL ISSUES. - Part 2: CORE AREAS IN ASD ASSESSMENT PROFILING. - Cognitive ability/intelligence. - Communication skills. - Motor skills and motor development. - Executive functioning. - Central coherence. - Working memory. - Theory of mind / mentalisiing. - Eating and drinking issues. - Sleep patterns and sleeping difficulties. - Daily living skills. - social skills. - Quality of life. - PART 3: NON-CORE ASSESSMENTS. - Neuropsychological issues. - Attention. - Behavioural issues. - Restricted and repetitive stereotyped behaviour. - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. - Self-injurious behaviour. - Sensory differences. - Anxiety. - Depression. - Obsessionality. - Fears and phobias. - Trauma and post-traumatic distress. - Legal processes. - Internet safety, Internet addiction and cyberbullying. - Bullying, victimisation and social difficulties. - Physical pain and distress. - Assessing affection, friendship and loneliness. - Happiness. - Parenting stress. - PART 4: OVERVIEW AND SYNTHESIS. - PART 5: CONCLUSIONS

"This practical, research-based book introduces and reviews the evidence-based measures used in the commissioning and auditing of services for people with ASD, where the ability to demonstrate the benefits and effects of support and intervention is increasingly important." - PUBLISHER'S WEBSITE