Transitioning to Adulthood with Autism: Ethical, Legal and Social Issues

Transitioning to Adulthood with Autism: Ethical, Legal and Social Issues
Author: Nanette Elster
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2022-03-29
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 3030914879

This book offers the first ever book-length treatment of the topic of transitioning from adolescence to adulthood with autism and the attendant ethical, legal and social issues for the individual as well as caregivers and professionals. It features experts in a variety of areas (law, bioethics, philosophy, pediatrics, neurology, medicine, psychology, special education, social work, employment, civic participation, social media) who provide commentary on these areas and the relevant ethical/legal/social challenges young autistic adults face in these different areas. This is an indispensable read for educators, therapists, and other professionals who work in transition with young autistic adults. Chapter “Autism, the Criminal Justice System, and Transition to Adulthood” is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Addressing Violence in the U.S. Public School System

Addressing Violence in the U.S. Public School System
Author: Herron, Jeffrey D.
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 327
Release: 2023-05-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 166848272X

Over the past several years, American educational institutions have seen an increase in violence in general, but more specifically, gun violence by students. There have been many theories as to why American schools have become places of fear instead of institutions of learning. Moreover, the root causes of the increased violence that is occurring in our schools must be explored if our society is going to save our greatest resources, our children. Addressing Violence in the U.S. Public School System discusses how violence has played a significant role within the educational system. Covering key topics such as mental health, bullying, grief, and trauma, this premier reference source is ideal for industry professionals, policymakers, administrators, government officials, researchers, academicians, scholars, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Autism, An Issue of ChildAnd Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America

Autism, An Issue of ChildAnd Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America
Author: Thomas Flis
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 201
Release: 2020-03-13
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323733107

This issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Robert Wisner-Carlson, Thomas Flis, Scott Pekrul and Robert Schloesser, will cover key topics of importance surrounding Autism Spectrum Disorders Across the Lifespan. This issue is Part I of II and one of four selected each year by our series Consulting Editor, Dr. Harsh Trivedi. Topics discussed in this issue include but are not limited to: Diagnosis, Developmental Changes, Social Skills Training, Transition through Adulthood, Intersection with Eating Disorders, Legal Issues and planning, Education, and Vocational and Prevocational issues, among other topics.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER ACROSS THE LIFESPAN Part I, An Issue of Psychiatric Clinics of North America, E-Book

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER ACROSS THE LIFESPAN Part I, An Issue of Psychiatric Clinics of North America, E-Book
Author: Robert w Wisner Carlson
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2020-11-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323836070

This issue of Psychiatric Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Robert Wisner-Carlson, Thomas Flis, Scott Pekrul, and Robert Schloesser will discuss a number of important topics addressing Autism Disorders Across the lifespan. This issue is one of four each year selected by our series consulting editor, Dr. Harsh Trivedi of Sheppard Pratt Health System. Part II of this issue will be publishing subsequently. Articles in this issue include: Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan; The Role of Diagnostic Instruments in Dual and Differential Diagnosis in Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan; Current Approaches to the Pharmacologic Treatment of Core Symptoms Across the Lifespan of Autism Spectrum Disorder; Autism and Education; The Transition to Adulthood for Young People with Autism Spectrum Disorder; Social Skills Training in Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan; Competitive Integrated Employment for Youth and Adults with Autism: Findings from a Scoping Review; Transitioning from Adolescence to Adulthood with Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Overview of Planning and Legal Issues; Intersection of Eating Disorders and the Female Profile of Autism; and Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder in Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan.

Transitioning from School to Adulthood

Transitioning from School to Adulthood
Author: Jeanne Hager Burth
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2020
Genre: Learning disabled
ISBN: 9781627343077

"Just as schools educate young people to become responsible citizens who can navigate the world of post-secondary education, careers, and social life, dedicated parents also want a child who matures and is able to be independent and happy. A young person transitioning to adulthood encounters many obstacles to succeed in the adult world, among them include finances, skills for independent living, job security, and social connections. Transitioning from School to Adulthood: Practical Activities for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Other Disabilities is a collection of descriptions, instructions, and practice activities for young people who have more barriers than most emerging adults. These activities would be helpful for teachers, service providers, or parents who assist individuals with ASD, along with other disorders, such as Cognitive or Intellectual Disorders, Developmental Delays, and Specific Learning Disabilities. This book is unique in that the activities are designed by future teachers, undergraduate students with education majors. Leaving the school environment and preparing for adulthood is a time of profound change. The adult world encompasses many firsts for young people. Planning for successful transition to the adult world enables more of a positive outcome. The chapters in this book describe adult activities for independent life or supported environments, provide step by step instructions, and allow the individual to practice the skills. The areas of concentration within the book include Socialization, Independent Living, Employment, Education, Self-Advocacy, and Health and Hygiene"--

Autism in the Workplace

Autism in the Workplace
Author: Amy E. Hurley-Hanson
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 278
Release: 2019-11-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3030290492

This book explores the career experiences of Generation A, the half-million individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who will reach adulthood in the next decade. With Generation A eligible to enter the workforce in unprecedented numbers, research is needed to help individuals, organizations, and educational institutions to work together to create successful work experiences and career outcomes for individuals with ASD. Issues surrounding ASD in the workplace are discussed from individual, organizational, and societal perspectives. This book also examines the stigma of autism and how it may affect the employment and career experiences of individuals with ASD. This timely book provides researchers, practitioners, and employers with empirical data that examines the work and career experiences of individuals with ASD. It offers a framework for organizations committed to hiring individuals with ASD and enhancing their work experiences and career outcomes now and in the future.

A Comprehensive Book on Autism Spectrum Disorders

A Comprehensive Book on Autism Spectrum Disorders
Author: Mohammad-Reza Mohammadi
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 491
Release: 2011-09-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9533074949

The aim of the book is to serve for clinical, practical, basic and scholarly practices. In twentyfive chapters it covers the most important topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorders in the efficient way and aims to be useful for health professionals in training or clinicians seeking an update. Different people with autism can have very different symptoms. Autism is considered to be a "spectrum" disorder, a group of disorders with similar features. Some people may experience merely mild disturbances, while the others have very serious symptoms. This book is aimed to be used as a textbook for child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship training and will serve as a reference for practicing psychologists, child and adolescent psychiatrists, general psychiatrists, pediatricians, child neurologists, nurses, social workers and family physicians. A free access to the full-text electronic version of the book via Intech reading platform at http://www.intechweb.org is a great bonus.

The Cambridge Handbook of Applied Psychological Ethics

The Cambridge Handbook of Applied Psychological Ethics
Author: Mark M. Leach
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 718
Release: 2018-03-15
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 110857792X

The Cambridge Handbook of Applied Psychological Ethics is a valuable resource for psychologists and graduate students hoping to further develop their ethical decision making beyond more introductory ethics texts. The book offers real-world ethical vignettes and considerations. Chapters cover a wide range of practice settings, populations, and topics, and are written by scholars in these settings. Chapters focus on the application of ethics to the ethical dilemmas in which mental health and other psychology professionals sometimes find themselves. Each chapter introduces a setting and gives readers a brief understanding of some of the potential ethical issues at hand, before delving deeper into the multiple ethical issues that must be addressed and the ethical principles and standards involved. No other book on the market captures the breadth of ethical issues found in daily practice and focuses entirely on applied ethics in psychology.

Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Author: Fred R. Volkmar
Publisher: Springer Science & Business
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2014-04-18
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1493905066

The research on children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is extensive and growing. Although these conditions are recognized as affecting the entire lifespan, the literature on ASD after childhood is limited and has not been brought together in a single volume in over a decade. Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders fills this knowledge gap by focusing on needs and difficulties unique to these stages of development. Expert contributors offer cogent reviews of complex issues, from education to employment, leisure activities to illegal behaviors, mental health issues to medical health concerns. The latest findings in key areas, such as psychosocial and residential treatments, social skills programs, epidemiology, the impact of ASD on families, are examined in detail. Throughout the volume, coverage focuses on areas requiring improved models of assessment, updated data, new interventions and increased support services. Featured topics include: Transition from high school to adulthood for adolescents and young adults with ASD. Innovative programming to support college students with ASD. Romantic relationships, sexuality and ASD. Treatment of mental health comorbidities. Assessment and treatment planning in adults with ASD. The range of outcomes and challenges in middle and later life. Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders is a must-have reference for a wide range of clinicians and practitioners – as well as researchers and graduate students – in clinical child, school and developmental psychology; child and adolescent psychiatry; social work; rehabilitation medicine/therapy; education and general practice/family medicine. It will also serve as an important resource for parents and caregivers with its focus on translating the current state of knowledge relevant to understanding adolescents and adults with ASD into practical and relevant recommendations on how best to support them.

High-Functioning Individuals with Autism

High-Functioning Individuals with Autism
Author: Eric Schopler
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2013-11-11
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1489924566

Designed to advance understanding of the unique needs of high-functioning individuals with autism, this volume details the latest diagnostic and treatment approaches and analyzes the current conceptions of the neurological processes involved in autism.