Uta Frith

Autism: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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ISBN 13:: 9780199207565
author:: Uta Frith
format:: Paperback
publisher:: OUP Oxford
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2008
Pages:: 144
Dimensions:: 17.3 x 1 x 10.7 cm
Genre:: Health, Family & Lifestyle, Medical & Healthca
Condition:: New
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Autism: A Very Short Introduction by Uta Frith offers a clear and authoritative understanding of this complex disorder. Exploring the vast array of different conditions that fall under the autism spectrum, the book delves into the possible causes of its apparent rise and evaluates links with neuroscience, psychology, brain development, genetics, and environmental factors. Frith sheds light on what it is like to live inside the mind of someone with autism, examining symptoms from full-spectrum autistic disorders and exploring the psychology behind social impairment and savantism. This concise yet informative book provides a valuable insight into the current state of knowledge about autism and Asperger syndrome, making it an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand this condition. Written by an expert in the field, Autism: A Very Short Introduction is a reliable and accessible guide that combines facts, analysis, and perspective to provide a comprehensive understanding of autism.

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