Understanding Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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Grace Iarocci (Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, Canada) Jacob A. Burack (McGill University - Montréal, Canada)

Understanding Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Grace Iarocci (Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, Canada), Jacob A. Burack (McGill University - Montréal, Canada), Dermot M. Bowler (City, University of London)

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Sage Publications Ltd
26 April 2024

Psychology; Child & developmental psychology; Clinical psychology

Written by psychologists engaged in research, teaching, and practice, Understanding Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities encourages a nuanced, contextually informed understanding of the development of individuals with developmental disabilities. This accessible book contextualises developmental disability across the lifespan and within social systems. It will help you understand the complex interaction between genetics, environments, and experiences, in relation to specific conditions such as ADHD, autism, foetal alcohol spectrum conditions, and Down syndrome. It also introduces you to the wide range of real-world applications of developmental disabilities research and to some of the current ethical issues around genetic screening and behavioural intervention.

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This book is ideal for students studying atypical development, developmental neuropsychology, and related subjects.

Grace Iarocci is Professor of Psychology and the Director of the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Lab at Simon Fraser University

Jacob A. Burack is Professor of School/Applied Child Psychology and Human Development at McGill University, Director of the McGill Youth Study Team, and Scientific Director of the Summit Center for Education, Research, and Training

Dermot M. Bowler is Professor of Psychology and a founder member of the Autism Research Group at City, University of London

By: Grace Iarocci (Simon Fraser University Burnaby Canada), Jacob A. Burack (McGill University - Montréal, Canada), Dermot M. Bowler (City, University of London)
Imprint: Sage Publications Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 232mm, Width: 186mm,
Weight: 600g
ISBN: 9781446296462
ISBN 10: 1446296466
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 26 April 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Part I: Foundations Chapter 1: Introduction: The Basics of a Developmental Approach Chapter 2: Gene-Environment Interactions and Intellectual Disability Chapter 3: Screening, Assessment and Diagnosis Of Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities Part II: Intellectual Disabilities Chapter 4: Down Syndrome Chapter 5: Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Chapter 6: Neurogenetic Syndromes and Rare Disorders Associated with Intellectual Disability Part III: Developmental Disabilities Chapter 7: Autism Spectrum Disorder: Psychological Theories and Explanations Chapter 8: Autism Spectrum Disorder (or Difference): Features, Identification and Screening Chapter 9: Language and Communication Chapter 10: Specific Learning Disorder Chapter 11: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Part IV: Developmental Disability in Context Chapter 12: Intellectual Disability in the Family Context Chapter 13: Broadening Perspectives on Developmental Disability

Grace Iarocci is Professor of Psychology and the Director of the Autism and Developmental Disorders Research Lab at Simon Fraser University. She is also a practicing psychologist in British Columbia, Canada. Jacob A. (Jake) Burack is Professor of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He is the director of the McGill Youth Study Team and the scientific director of the Summit Centre for Education, Research, and Training. Dermot M. Bowler is a Professor of Psychology, a founder member of the Autism Research Group and Co-Chair of the Psychology Ethics Committee, at City, University of London, England.