Understanding Developmental Disabilities: Volume 52

Edited by Marisa H. Fisher, with series editors Robert M. Hodapp and Deborah J Fidler, this volume provides an ongoing scholarly look at research into the causes, effects, classification systems, and syndromes of developmental disabilities. It is an essential resource for researchers, academics, and professionals in the field of developmental disabilities.

Key Topics Covered

This comprehensive volume covers a range of topics, including:

• Using large-scale databases to examine abuse and vulnerability in populations with ASD and other developmental disabilities
• Peer relationships among children with ASD: Social acceptance, friendships, and peer networks
• Negative peer experiences in adolescents with ASD in the general education setting
• Pathways to Inclusion and Belonging: Peer-Mediated Interventions for Students with Severe Disabilities
• Social Vulnerability in Williams Syndrome

Contributors and Perspectives

Contributors to this series come from wide-ranging perspectives, including genetics, psychology, education, and other health and behavioral sciences. This diverse range of perspectives ensures a comprehensive understanding of developmental disabilities.

Why This Volume Matters

Understanding Developmental Disabilities: Volume 52 provides the most recent scholarly research in the study of developmental disabilities. It contains a vast range of perspectives, with many topics covered, making it an excellent resource for academic researchers and professionals in the field.

Publication Details

Understanding Developmental Disabilities: Volume 52 is published by Academic Press and is available in hardcover format. It was published on September 8, 2017, and contains 254 pages. The ISBN-10 is 0128118229, and the ISBN-13 is 978-0128118221. The product dimensions are 9.3 x 0.7 x 6.3 inches.