Introduction to Intellectual Disability, Autism, and Developmental Disabilities

This text presents a basic discussion of intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental disabilities. Emphases include the characteristics of people with these disabilities and their developmental needs across the lifespan.

This essential resource is intended for professionals and future professionals who work in the fields of special education, elementary and secondary general education, psychology, and human services.

This text includes three major sections: Foundations, Characteristics, and IDD Across the Lifespan.

Part I—Foundations

1. Intellectual Disability, Autism, and Developmental Disabilities: An Introduction

2. Historical Foundations of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism

3. Conceptual, Definitional, and Assessment Considerations

4. Legal Aspects

5. Causation: Genetic Transmission and Chromosomal Differences

6. Congenital and Environmental Considerations and Prevention Considerations

Part II—Characteristics

7. Mild Intellectual Disability

8. Autism Spectrum Disorder

9. Significant Disabilities

10. Neurological and Sensory Conditions Associated With Developmental Disabilities

Part III—IDD Across the Lifespan

11. Family Considerations

12. Early Childhood

13. School Years

14. Transition

15. Adulthood

16. Technology Supports

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