This book helps clinicians harness the benefits of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Leading treatment developers describe promising approaches for treating common challenges faced by young people with ASD--anxiety and behavior problems, social competence issues, and adolescent concerns around sexuality and intimacy. Chapters present session-by-session overviews of each intervention program, review its evidence base, and address practical considerations in treatment. The book also discusses general issues in adapting CBT for this population and provides a helpful framework for assessment and case conceptualization informed by DSM-5.
| Author: Angela Scarpa |
| Publisher: Guilford Publications |
| Publication Date: Jul 25, 2013 |
| Number of Pages: 329 pages |
| Binding: Hardback or Cased Book |
| ISBN-10: 1462510485 |
| ISBN-13: 9781462510481 |
