Understanding Autism: Perspectives, Assessment, Interventions, and the Journey Toward Inclusion is a compelling book offering a multifaceted examination, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of autism spectrum disorder from both biological and social perspectives. From the role of bioactive lipids in the pathobiology of autism to the challenges faced by individuals with autism within the criminal justice system, this book explores critical aspects of autism, assessment strategies, and innovative interventions. From a biological perspective, readers will be introduced to the gut-brain connection and the impact of vitamin D on the gut microbiota. Meanwhile, the social perspective sheds light on sensory processing, autonomic regulation, and socio-emotional development in autism, as well as the pressing issue of justice and representation. Through the assessment section, readers will explore the unique challenges faced by parents with autism spectrum disorder and delve into linguistic anomalies in autism. Finally, the interventions section introduces groundbreaking programs and strategies designed to improve the lives of individuals with autism. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, educator, or simply curious about autism, this book is an essential guide that offers diverse insights into this complex condition, ultimately fostering greater awareness, understanding, and support for individuals on the spectrum.
1. Understanding Autism - p. i 2. Cover - p. i 3. Title Page - p. iii 4. Copyright Page - p. iv 5. Table of Contents - p. iv 6. Dedication - p. v 7. Contributors - p. xvii 8. Editors’ Biographies - p. xxi 9. Deconstructing Autism Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory: A foreword to Understanding Autism edited by Drs. Papaneophytou and Das - p. xxiii 10. Personal parent experience - p. xxxi 11. Chapter 1 Prologue - p. 1 12. Chapter 2 A perinatal strategy to prevent autism: Essential fatty acids, BDNF, vitamin A, and growth hormone in the prevention and its management - p. 5 13. Chapter 3 Role of vitamin D in modulating gut microbiota, and certain etiological mechanisms of autism spectrum disorder - p. 11 14. Chapter 4 Sensory processing, autonomic regulation, and socio-emotional development in autism - p. 29 15. Chapter 5 Assessment of parenting capacity for parents with autism spectrum disorder - p. 43 16. Chapter 6 Development and feasibility of theory-based nutrition education interventions for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder - p. 71 17. Chapter 7 Challenging clinical presentations in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disability: The case for specialist intensive community interventions as an alternative to institutional care - p. 91 18. Chapter 8 A holistic model and treatment of severe autism - p. 109 19. Chapter 9 Home-based support for young autistic children: Overview of a program codesigned with researchers, child therapists, and caregivers - p. 135 20. Chapter 10 Let's play with social robots!—Improving social skills in autistic children through game activities’ - p. 161 21. Chapter 11 Engendering quality of life: Ecological realities in developmental relational trans-disciplinary pediatric practice in a neurodiverse world - p. 175 22. Chapter 12 Caring for the caregiver of those living with autism-spectrum disorders: Minimizing burden and optimizing well-being - p. 209 23. Chapter 13 Special Olympic movement as new opportunities for socialization of children with mental disabilities, including ASD - p. 245 24. Chapter 14 The hidden meanings of repetitive behaviors: A window into the child’s inner world from a multidisciplinary perspective - p. 265 25. Chapter 15 Individuated but not separated: A hypothetical understanding of anxiety in autism and DIR/psychodynamic intervention paradigm - p. 293 26. Chapter 16 Nurture social skills in autism in a postpandemic era - p. 323 27. Chapter 17 Justice for all? The overrepresentation of those with autism spectrum disorder in the criminal justice system - p. 335 28. Chapter 18 Autism and metamorphic temporalities - p. 353 29. Chapter 19 Opportunities to support the caregivers of children and young adults with ASD as they transition into the workforce and university - p. 365 30. Chapter 20 Using desensitize program to reduce phobias and specific fears in children with autism - p. 373 31. Chapter 21 When the construction of meaning does not have an overall collective dimension: The nature of linguistic anomalies in autism - p. 393 32. Chapter 22 Crime and punishment: The role of social, emotional, and cognitive deficits in a case of child pornography possession - p. 413 33. Chapter 23 Enhancing coping and resilience in bullied youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - p. 423 34. Chapter 24 Aquatactile neuromodulation and its impact on the development and correction of motor functions in children with ASD - p. 445 35. Index - p. 457
Understanding Autism: Perspectives, Assessment, Interventions, and the Journey Toward Inclusion is a compelling book offering a multifaceted examination, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of autism spectrum disorder from both biological and social perspectives. From the role of bioactive lipids in the pathobiology of autism to the challenges faced by individuals with autism within the criminal justice system, this book explores critical aspects of autism, assessment strategies, and innovative interventions. From a biological perspective, readers will be introduced to the gut-brain connection and the impact of vitamin D on the gut microbiota. Meanwhile, the social perspective sheds light on sensory processing, autonomic regulation, and socio-emotional development in autism, as well as the pressing issue of justice and representation. Through the assessment section, readers will explore the unique challenges faced by parents with autism spectrum disorder and delve into linguistic anomalies in autism. Finally, the interventions section introduces groundbreaking programs and strategies designed to improve the lives of individuals with autism. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, educator, or simply curious about autism, this book is an essential guide that offers diverse insights into this complex condition, ultimately fostering greater awareness, understanding, and support for individuals on the spectrum.
1. Understanding Autism - p. i 2. Cover - p. i 3. Title Page - p. iii 4. Copyright Page - p. iv 5. Table of Contents - p. iv 6. Dedication - p. v 7. Contributors - p. xvii 8. Editors’ Biographies - p. xxi 9. Deconstructing Autism Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory: A foreword to Understanding Autism edited by Drs. Papaneophytou and Das - p. xxiii 10. Personal parent experience - p. xxxi 11. Chapter 1 Prologue - p. 1 12. Chapter 2 A perinatal strategy to prevent autism: Essential fatty acids, BDNF, vitamin A, and growth hormone in the prevention and its management - p. 5 13. Chapter 3 Role of vitamin D in modulating gut microbiota, and certain etiological mechanisms of autism spectrum disorder - p. 11 14. Chapter 4 Sensory processing, autonomic regulation, and socio-emotional development in autism - p. 29 15. Chapter 5 Assessment of parenting capacity for parents with autism spectrum disorder - p. 43 16. Chapter 6 Development and feasibility of theory-based nutrition education interventions for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder - p. 71 17. Chapter 7 Challenging clinical presentations in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disability: The case for specialist intensive community interventions as an alternative to institutional care - p. 91 18. Chapter 8 A holistic model and treatment of severe autism - p. 109 19. Chapter 9 Home-based support for young autistic children: Overview of a program codesigned with researchers, child therapists, and caregivers - p. 135 20. Chapter 10 Let's play with social robots!—Improving social skills in autistic children through game activities’ - p. 161 21. Chapter 11 Engendering quality of life: Ecological realities in developmental relational trans-disciplinary pediatric practice in a neurodiverse world - p. 175 22. Chapter 12 Caring for the caregiver of those living with autism-spectrum disorders: Minimizing burden and optimizing well-being - p. 209 23. Chapter 13 Special Olympic movement as new opportunities for socialization of children with mental disabilities, including ASD - p. 245 24. Chapter 14 The hidden meanings of repetitive behaviors: A window into the child’s inner world from a multidisciplinary perspective - p. 265 25. Chapter 15 Individuated but not separated: A hypothetical understanding of anxiety in autism and DIR/psychodynamic intervention paradigm - p. 293 26. Chapter 16 Nurture social skills in autism in a postpandemic era - p. 323 27. Chapter 17 Justice for all? The overrepresentation of those with autism spectrum disorder in the criminal justice system - p. 335 28. Chapter 18 Autism and metamorphic temporalities - p. 353 29. Chapter 19 Opportunities to support the caregivers of children and young adults with ASD as they transition into the workforce and university - p. 365 30. Chapter 20 Using desensitize program to reduce phobias and specific fears in children with autism - p. 373 31. Chapter 21 When the construction of meaning does not have an overall collective dimension: The nature of linguistic anomalies in autism - p. 393 32. Chapter 22 Crime and punishment: The role of social, emotional, and cognitive deficits in a case of child pornography possession - p. 413 33. Chapter 23 Enhancing coping and resilience in bullied youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - p. 423 34. Chapter 24 Aquatactile neuromodulation and its impact on the development and correction of motor functions in children with ASD - p. 445 35. Index - p. 457
