Understanding and Treating Self-Injurious Behavior in Autism: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective (Understanding and Treating in Autism)
Understanding and Treating Self-Injurious Behavior in Autism: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective (Understanding and Treating in Autism)
Self-injurious behavior occurs in almost half of those with autism and is one of the most devastating and challenging-to-treat behaviors. There are many different forms of self-injury, such as head banging, hand biting, hair pulling, excessive scratching, and much more. With contributions from the leading experts in research and treatment, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of self-injurious behavior (SIB) in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)