Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Worldwide Charm and Challenge of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Abstract

This chapter is a comprehensive discussion of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) across the globe (e.g., United States, China, Brazil, Japan and Turkey). Topics that are discussed include the following: diagnostic criteria and approaches; international perspectives of ASD; western and eastern assessment practices; cultural considerations of assessment of ASD; educational and medical interventions; behavioral and emotional interventions; complementary and alternative medical interventions; variations in educational services among countries; early intervention practices; adult services; national and international resources; and current needs and future directions.

Citation

Boshkoff Johnson, E. (2014), "Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Worldwide Charm and Challenge of Autism Spectrum Disorders", Special Education International Perspectives: Biopsychosocial, Cultural, and Disability Aspects (Advances in Special Education, Vol. 27), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 117-151. https://doi.org/10.1108/S0270-401320140000027004