Autism
Explaining the Enigma
Cognitive Development
The updated edition of this classic account of autism includes a
new chapter outlining recent developments in neuropsychological
research, and overviews one of the most important theoretical and
practical consequences of Frith's original insights into this
puzzling condition.
* * Updated edition of this classic account of autism.
* Includes new sections covering practical and theoretical
developments, and a chapter on recent investigations of the
neurological basis of psychological impairments in autism.
* Accessible to a broad general readership.
Preface to the Second Edition.
Acknowledgements.
1. What is Autism?.
2. The Enchantment of Autism.
3. Lessons from History.
4. Is there an Autism Epidemic?.
5. Mind-reading and Mind-Blindness.
6. Autism Aloneness.
7. The Difficulty of Talking to Others.
8. Intelligence and Special Talent.
9. A Fragmented World.
10. Sensations and Repetitions.
11. Seeing the Brain through a Scanner.
12. A Different Brain - A Different Mind.
Notes.
Index.
Acknowledgements.
1. What is Autism?.
2. The Enchantment of Autism.
3. Lessons from History.
4. Is there an Autism Epidemic?.
5. Mind-reading and Mind-Blindness.
6. Autism Aloneness.
7. The Difficulty of Talking to Others.
8. Intelligence and Special Talent.
9. A Fragmented World.
10. Sensations and Repetitions.
11. Seeing the Brain through a Scanner.
12. A Different Brain - A Different Mind.
Notes.
Index.
"Uta Frith's Autism has been an indispensable reference, an
instant classic, since it was first published, and in this new
edition it has been radically revised, with striking enrichments
and enlargements in almost every chapter, most especially with
dramatic new brain imaging studies which clarify the fundamental
nature of autism. But it remains a deeply personal book, as moving
and delightful as it is authoritative." Oliver Sacks, MD
"One of the most recognised names in autism research ... Her
[Frith's] book is valuable for educated parents interested in
learning about autism in a larger historical context ...
enlightening." Library Journal, July 2003
"provides a valuable introduction to contemporary cognitive
theories." Sally Bigham, Brunel University, British Journal of
Developmental Psychology, Vol.21, Part 3, September 2003
"Uta Frith has long been regarded as one of the leading experts
in current autism research and psychological theory in this country
... this second edition presents an easy-to-read and logical
journey through autism, from what it is and how it is and has been
perceived, through current psychological theory to neurological
explanation and practical implications. It is an extremely
worthwhile book for anyone who wants a research-led understanding
of the psychology of autism, particularly students interested in
the topic or parents and professionals who may wish to understand
the theories feeding future interventions and current understanding
of this complex spectrum of conditions." Fiona J. Scott,
Psychological Medicine, Vol. 34, 2004
instant classic, since it was first published, and in this new
edition it has been radically revised, with striking enrichments
and enlargements in almost every chapter, most especially with
dramatic new brain imaging studies which clarify the fundamental
nature of autism. But it remains a deeply personal book, as moving
and delightful as it is authoritative." Oliver Sacks, MD
"One of the most recognised names in autism research ... Her
[Frith's] book is valuable for educated parents interested in
learning about autism in a larger historical context ...
enlightening." Library Journal, July 2003
"provides a valuable introduction to contemporary cognitive
theories." Sally Bigham, Brunel University, British Journal of
Developmental Psychology, Vol.21, Part 3, September 2003
"Uta Frith has long been regarded as one of the leading experts
in current autism research and psychological theory in this country
... this second edition presents an easy-to-read and logical
journey through autism, from what it is and how it is and has been
perceived, through current psychological theory to neurological
explanation and practical implications. It is an extremely
worthwhile book for anyone who wants a research-led understanding
of the psychology of autism, particularly students interested in
the topic or parents and professionals who may wish to understand
the theories feeding future interventions and current understanding
of this complex spectrum of conditions." Fiona J. Scott,
Psychological Medicine, Vol. 34, 2004
Uta Frith is Professor of Cognitive Development at the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College, London. She is the co-author of Autism in History (Blackwell Publishers, 1999).
