Spectrum
Stories, Science, and the Future of Autism
Published on 30. April 2026
Book
Hardback
340 pages
978-1-83711-766-6 (ISBN)
Description
This book presents a brief history of how autism was discovered, and how its definitions have evolved. It covers recent research on genetics, environmental influences, and brain development related to autism. The book highlights advances in diagnosis, early intervention, and emerging therapies, as well as addressing common myths and stereotypes about autism.
It features firsthand accounts from autistic individuals, along with stories from parents, siblings, and partners. Additionally, it discusses barriers to inclusion, and accessibility for autistic people. In examining the role of diagnosis, therapy, and intervention, it explores how society can either hinder or empower autistic individuals. Finally, it reviews the future of autism research, and the challenges and opportunities of living and thriving on the spectrum.
It features firsthand accounts from autistic individuals, along with stories from parents, siblings, and partners. Additionally, it discusses barriers to inclusion, and accessibility for autistic people. In examining the role of diagnosis, therapy, and intervention, it explores how society can either hinder or empower autistic individuals. Finally, it reviews the future of autism research, and the challenges and opportunities of living and thriving on the spectrum.
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Edition
New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Bury St Edmunds
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
New edition
Product notice
Laminated cover
Dimensions
Height: 212 mm
Width: 148 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-83711-766-6 (9781837117666)
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Persons
Dr. AJ Russo is a retired full professor of biology and research scientist, and is currently the Research Director of the Mensah Research Institute, USA.
Dr. Albert Mensah is the co-founder of Mensah Medical located in Lisle, Illinois. His current practice includes the management of cognitive disorders such as autism, behavior/learning disorders, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety syndromes, childhood and adult schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's Disease and family medicine.
Dr. Judith Bowman is a specialist in biochemical imbalances, and co-founder of Mensah Medical in 2009. Dr. Bowman combines traditional medicine with the biochemical approach to treating symptoms of cognitive and behavioral disorders, autism, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other biochemical imbalances.
Dr. Albert Mensah is the co-founder of Mensah Medical located in Lisle, Illinois. His current practice includes the management of cognitive disorders such as autism, behavior/learning disorders, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety syndromes, childhood and adult schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's Disease and family medicine.
Dr. Judith Bowman is a specialist in biochemical imbalances, and co-founder of Mensah Medical in 2009. Dr. Bowman combines traditional medicine with the biochemical approach to treating symptoms of cognitive and behavioral disorders, autism, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other biochemical imbalances.