An A-Z of genetic factors in autism : a handbook for professionals
(ONLINE)
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London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley, 2010.
ISBN
9780857004901, 0857004905
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1 online resource (542 pages) : illustrations
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Published
London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley, 2010.
Format
ONLINE
Language
English
ISBN
9780857004901, 0857004905
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
Our understanding of the biological bases to the autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs) is advancing rapidly. Over 80 genetic conditions have now been reported in people who have also been diagnosed with ASDs. Many of these conditions have specific implications for the presenting phenotype and for treatment, management, and intervention. If the basis to the presenting behavioural phenotype is not identified, this can result in a sub-optimal level of care, complications, or even permanent damage. Kenneth J. Aitken shows that the notion of a single condition known as 'autism' is no longer tenable, a.
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