A guide to asperger syndrome - Gillberg, Christopher (Cambridge University Press, 2002)
Includes bibliographical references (pages 161-168) and index
Introduction -- Definitions -- Prevalence -- Symptoms in childhood -- Symptoms in adolescence -- Associated psychiatric and social problems -- Other problems -- Strengths -- Background factors -- Cognitive neuropsychology -- Diagnosis and work-up -- Outcome in the longer term : adults with Asperger syndrome -- Attitudes, interventions and treatment -- Who can help? -- What about all those famous geniuses? -- Case vignettes
This is an accessible handbook for all those touched by Asperger syndrome; clinicians, those affected and carers alike. In it, Christopher Gillberg, a world-renowned authority in the field, gives an in-depth account of symptoms, diagnosis, prevalence, background factors, prognosis and intervention