Introduction

SECTION 1 – DIAGNOSTIC FRAMEWORK AND FUNCTIONING
Introduction
Chapter 1 – Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Chapter 2 – Aetiology, Epidemiology, and Neurobiological Basis
Chapter 3 – Diagnosis, Levels of Support, and Functioning
Chapter 4 – Adolescence and Puberty
Chapter 5 – Gender Differences in Autism

SECTION 2 – SOCIAL INTERACTION AND RELATIONSHIPS
Introduction
Chapter 6 – Socialisation and Interactions with Peers and Adults
Chapter 7 – Affectivity and Sexuality
Chapter 8 – Bullying, Cyberbullying, and the Role of Social Networks in Autism
Chapter 9 – Autism and Leisure Activities
Chapter 10 – Autism and Social Skills Learning: The SAR Approach

SECTION 3 – COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE
Introduction
Chapter 11 – Autism and Communication
Chapter 12 – Communication and Language Interventions
Chapter 13 – Mobile Applications and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)
Chapter 14 – A Different Way of Communicating

SECTION 4 – AUTONOMY AND ORIENTATION
Introduction
Chapter 15 – Developing Personal Independence
Chapter 16 – Self-Determination and Quality of Life
Chapter 17 – Motor Skills in Autism: From Movement to Imagination
Chapter 18 – Education and Employment Integration
Chapter 19 – Life Planning

SECTION 5 – COGNITIVE, NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL, AND LEARNING DIMENSIONS
Introduction
Chapter 20 – Cognition and Learning in Autistic Adolescents
Chapter 21 – Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) and Personalised Learning
Chapter 22 – Classroom Organisation and Learning Environments
Chapter 23 – Educational and Enabling Interventions
Chapter 24 – Technology for Learning: Applications and Educational Video Games for Autism

Bibliography and Online Resources