Defining Autism

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Defining Autism

A Guide to Brain, Biology, and Behavior

Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome Popular science Genetics (non-medical) Neurosciences Popular psychology

Authors: Emily L. Casanova, Manuel Casanova

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Language: English

Published by: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published on: 18th October 2018

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 2 Mb

ISBN: 9781784503499


Offering a summary of the current state of knowledge in autism research

Defining Autism looks at the different genetic, neurological and environmental causes of, and contributory factors to autism. It takes a wide-ranging view of developmental and genetic factors, and considers autism''s relationship with other conditions such as epilepsy.

Shedding light on autism-related syndromes

It shows how, whilst autism refers to a single syndrome, it can be understood as many different conditions, with the common factors being biological, rather than behavioral.

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