The Development of Autism: Perspectives From Theory and Research

Devoted to the reminiscence and paintings of Lisa Capps, this quantity is a discussion board for students and practitioners attracted to the common and peculiar improvement of individuals with autism. each one bankruptcy is concentrated on theoretical concerns and the empirical proof concerning a selected element of functioning, yet universal subject matters of improvement are thought of all through.

Transfer Boy: Perspectives on Asperger Syndrome

Move Boy: views on Asperger Syndrome explores what it's prefer to be a young person with Asperger Syndrome, via interviews with Teodor, a 'psychologically strange' twelve-year-old. during this specified case examine, Vuletic and Ferrari mix an autobiographical account with views from different relations and those who understand Teodor good, whereas at the same time integrating psychiatric and mental study on autism.

A Disability of the Soul: An Ethnography of Schizophrenia and Mental Illness in Contemporary Japan

Bethel condominium, situated in a small fishing village in northern Japan, used to be based in 1984 as an intentional neighborhood for individuals with schizophrenia and different psychiatric problems. utilizing a distinct, neighborhood method of psychosocial restoration, Bethel condominium focuses as a lot on social integration as on healing paintings.

Case Studies in Sexual Deviance: Toward Evidence Based Practice (International Perspectives on Forensic Mental Health)

The evaluation and therapy of sexual deviance might be very tough projects, and it may be demanding to discover mentors to supply preliminary talents education and assist in navigating the various complexities of a specific case. This publication provides a chain of case stories from foreign specialists within the box that depict the evidence-based evaluation and therapy of quite a few paraphilias.