Description: 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

Author: Edward A. Polloway • Emily C. Bouck • Caroline Everington

Publisher: Pro-ed, Inc

Year Published: 2021

Format: SOFTCOVER

Keywords: Introduction to Developmental disabilities; intellectual disability; autism.