Crime and autism spectrum disorder : myths and mechanisms

Crime and autism spectrum disorder myths and mechanisms

Full of case studies, this book explores the reasons behind adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) becoming involved in the criminal justice system. It discusses the establishment of intervention programs and calls for a review of forensic assessment for people with ASD.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Otros Autores: Brewer, Neil, author (author), Young, Robyn L., author
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London, [England] ; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania : Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2015.
Materias:
People with mental disabilities and crime.
Autism spectrum disorders.
Ver en Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009799180706719
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Crime and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Myths and Mechanisms; Acknowledgments; Chapter 1 Some Bad Guys; Chapter 2 Prevalence of Crime; Chapter 3 Behavioural Characteristics of ASD; Chapter 4 Comorbid and Socio-Environmental Influences; Chapter 5 Criminal Vulnerability; Chapter 6 ASD-specific Influences ; Chapter 7 Interactions With The Criminal Justice System; Chapter 8 Assessment and Intervention; Chapter 9 Future Directions; References; Subject Index; Author Index

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