Understanding Autism

Perspectives, Assessment, Interventions, and the Journey Towards Inclusion

1st Edition - November 1, 2024
Editors: Neophytos L. Papaneophytou, Undurti N. Das
Language: English
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Dive deep into the intricate world of autism with Understanding Autism: Perspectives, Assessment, Interventions, and the Journey Toward Inclusion. This compelling book offers a multifaceted exploration, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of autism spectrum disorder from both biological and social perspectives. From the role of bioactive lipids in the pathobiology of autism to the challenges faced by individuals with autism within the criminal justice system, this book delves into critical aspects of autism, assessment strategies, and innovative interventions. From a biological perspective, readers will unravel the mysteries of the gut-brain connection and the impact of vitamin D on the gut microbiota. Meanwhile, the social perspective sheds light on sensory processing, autonomic regulation, and socio-emotional development in autism, as well as the pressing issue of justice and representation. Through the assessment section, readers will explore the unique challenges faced by parents with autism spectrum disorder and delve into linguistic anomalies in autism. Finally, the interventions section introduces groundbreaking programs and strategies designed to improve the lives of individuals with autism. Whether you're a healthcare professional, educator, or simply curious about autism, Understanding Autism is an essential guide that offers diverse insights into this complex condition, ultimately fostering greater awareness, understanding, and support for individuals on the spectrum.

Foreword
Stephen W. Porges

1. Prologue
Neophytos L. Papaneophytou

I. Biological Perspective

2. A perinatal strategy to prevent autism: Essential fatty acids, BDNF, vitamin A and growth hormone in the prevention and its management
Undurti N. Das

3. Role of vitamin D in modulating gut microbiota, and certain etiological mechanisms of autism spectrum disorder
Afaf El-Ansary, Khaled Saad, Ramesa Shafi Bhat, Amina Al-Haidan, Hamad Ghaleb Dailah, and Laila Al-Ayadhi

II. Social Perspective

4. Sensory processing, autonomic regulation, and socio-emotional development in Autism
Isabelle Mueller and Ed Tronick

III. Assessment

5. Assessment of Parenting Capacity for Parents with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Kirsten Byrnes and Carol Friedman

6. Development and Feasibility of Theory-Based Nutrition Education Interventions for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Acadia W. Buro, Heewon L. Gray, and Russell S. Kirby

7. Challenging clinical presentations in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disability: The case for specialist intensive community interventions as an alternative to institutional care.
Catherine Sarah Sholl and Marinos Kyriakopoulos

8. A Holistic Model and Treatment of Autism
Michelle Colletti

9. Home-Based Support for Young Autistic Children: Overview of a Program Co-designed with Researchers, Child Therapists and Caregivers
Theodora Papatheodorou and Amy Prescott

IV. Technological Advancements

10. Socially Assistive Robots: What is it and why are we talking about them?
Anna-Maria Velentza, Nikolaos Fachantidis, Sofia Pliasa and Fani Biziou

V. Journey with Autism

11. Engendering Quality of Life: Ecological Realities in Developmental Relational Trans-Disciplinary Pediatric Practice in a Neurodiverse World
Ruby Salazar, Stacy Sue Rosello, and Mary Ann O'Connell

12. Caring for the Caregiver of those living with Autism-Spectrum Disorders: Minimizing Burden and Optimizing Well-Being
Leanne Katz Levin and Yanivis Machado-Gonzalez

13. Special Olympics Movement. New Opportunities for Socialization of Children with Mental Disabilities, Including ASD
Olga G. Safonicheva and Marina A. Ovchinnikova

14. “The Hidden Meanings of Repetitive Behaviors” – A Window Into the Child’s Inner World From a Multidisciplinary Perspective
Yana Peleg, Yael Binya and Gilbert Martin Foley

15. Individuated but not Separated
Gilbert Martin Foley and Tal Baz

16. The clinical case of baby Joseph: embrace and nurture social skills in autism in a post pandemic era
Luísa Soares

17. Justice For All? The Overrepresentation of those with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Criminal Justice System
Kirsten Byrnes and Korab Idrizi

18. Autism and Metamorphic Temporalities
Majia Nadesan

19. Opportunities to Support the Caregiver of Children and Young Adults with ASD as they Transition into the Workforce and University
Allyson Kristofik and Katandria Johnson

20. Using Desensitize Program to Reduce Phobias and Specific Fears in Children with Autism
Chafica Mansour Gharbieh

21. When the construction of meaning does not have an overall collective dimension: the nature of linguistic anomalies in autism
Paola Pennisi

22. Crime and Punishment: The role of social, emotional, and cognitive deficits in a case of child pornography possession
Kirsten Byrnes

23. Enhancing Coping and Resilience in Bullied Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Kie Fujii, Korab Idrizi, Carol A. Friedman, and Kirsten Byrnes

24. Aquatactile neuromodulation and its impact on the development and correction of motor functions in children with ASD
Irina N. Rakhmanina, Tatiana Yu. Ovsyannikova, Olga G. Fathi, and Olga G. Safonicheva

Neophytos L. Papaneophytou

Dr. Neophytos (Neo) L. Papaneophytou earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and holds licenses to practice psychotherapy in various States in America. He has completed specialization training in the areas of sexual abuse and maltreatment, personality disorders and trauma. Dr. Papaneophytou has extensive experience working with both victims and abusers. Moreover, he as experience diagnosing and treating various psychiatric conditions and stressors related to anxiety, mood disorders, depression, schizophrenia, bereavement, divorce, adjustment issues, LGBTQU issues, ADHD, PTSD, school/behavioral issues, and parenting among others. When working with clients (children, adults, and couples) Dr. Papaneophytou utilizes a client-centered approach to facilitate optimal therapeutic results that allows clients to enjoy an improved quality of life. In his client-centered approach, Dr. Papaneophytou utilizes techniques from the following therapeutic orientations: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, transference-focused psychotherapy, dynamic psychotherapy, and trauma-focused CBT. In addition to his clinical practice and research, Dr. Papaneophytou’s career has included over 20 years of the teaching of multiple graduate and undergraduate psychology courses at institutions such as the City University of New York, The State University of New York, and many other local and international universities. Dr. Papaneophytou is the founder and President of non-profit organizations, aiming at expanding awareness and offering actionable help to people on the Autism Spectrum and their families. He organized the Annual Cyprus International Conference on Autism Treatment and Research, and he is working toward the establishment of a model Center for Excellence: The Cyprus International Center for Autism Education Treatment and Research. This is the 3^rd book Dr. Papaneophytou has co-authored pertinent to ASD. He welcomes scientific collaboration, particularly comparative international research.

Affiliations and expertise

Mental Health Clinician, Private Practice. Founder and President: Magic Always Happens, Inc. NJ, USA

Undurti N. Das

Undurti N. Das is an M.D. in Internal Medicine from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India; a Fellow of the National Academy of Medical Sciences, India, and Shanti Swaroop Bhatnagar prize awardee. Apart from clinical work, he is researching the role of polyunsaturated fatty acids, cytokines, nitric oxide, free radicals, and anti-oxidants in cancer, inflammation, metabolic syndrome, schizophrenia, sepsis, rheumatological conditions and autisms. His current interests include the epidemiological and molecular aspects of autism, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases and metabolic syndrome. Dr. Das was formerly scientist at Efamol Research Institute, Kentville, Canada; Professor of Medicine at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, India and Research Professor of Surgery and Nutrition at SUNY (State University of New York) Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA. At present, he is the Chairman and Research Director of UND Life Sciences LLC, USA, and serves as a consultant to both Indian and USA based biotech and pharmaceutical companies. Undurti Das is the Founding Editor of the international journal: Lipids in Health and Disease; and serves on the editorial board of another 10 international journals. Dr Das has more than 500 international publications and has been awarded 5 USA patents.

Affiliations and expertise

Internal Medicine from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India; Chairman and Research Director, UND Life Sciences LLC, USA