Offers a discussion of ASD across the ages and stages of life, from early childhood to adulthood and aging. Each chapter includes key terms and case examples and covers applications to occupational therapy practice.

Part I. Foundations and Complexities of ASDChapter 1. Etiology of ASD Chapter 2. Neurological Foundations of ASDChapter 3. Sensory Features in Individuals With ASD Chapter 4. Motor and Praxis Differences in Individuals With ASD Chapter 5. Social Interaction and Communication Differences in Individuals With ASDChapter 6. Restricted, Repetitive Patterns of Behaviors, Interests, and Activities in Individuals With ASD Chapter 7. Regulation and Psychosocial Differences in Individuals With ASD Part II. Client-Centered Occupational Therapy for Individuals With ASDChapter 8. Tailoring Evaluations for Diverse Individuals With ASDChapter 9. Collaborating on Treatment Teams for Individuals With ASDChapter 10. Applying Principles of Family-Centered Care With Families of Individuals With ASDChapter 11. Self-Determination and a Shift to Strength-Based Model for ASDChapter 12. Population-Based Practice and Meaningful Participation Outcomes for Individuals With ASDChapter 13. Individualized Treatment for Individuals With ASD Through Precision Occupational Therapy: Data-Driven Decision Making Chapter 14. Implementing Client-Centered Life Skills Groups for Individuals With ASD Part III. Occupational Therapy and ASD Across Ages and Stages of Life Chapter 15. Early Childhood and ASDChapter 16. Middle Childhood and ASDChapter 17. Adolescence and ASDChapter 18. Adulthood and Aging With ASD Part IV. Occupational Therapy Intervention for Individuals With ASDChapter 19. Participation in ADLs for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder Chapter 20. Intervention for Participation in IADLs and Independent Living for Individuals With ASD Chapter 21. Improving Motor Skills and Praxis for Increased Participation for Individuals With ASDChapter 22. Improving Regulation Skills for Increased Participation for Individuals With ASDChapter 23. Addressing Behaviors That Interfere With Participation for Individuals With ASDChapter 24. Intervention to Support Communication for Functional Participation of Individuals With ASDChapter 25. Promoting Play and Playfulness for Children With ASDChapter 26. Intervention to Increase Participation in SchoolChapter 27. Improving Social Skills and Social Participation for Individuals With ASDChapter 28. Promoting Rest and Sleep in Individuals With ASDChapter 29. Addressing Eating, Drinking, and SwallowingChapter 30. Promoting Wellness and Healthy Living for Individuals With ASDChapter 31. Increasing Community Participation for Individuals With ASDChapter 32. Ayres Sensory Integration® Intervention for Individuals With ASDChapter 33. Enhancing Participation in Work and With Family and Friends in Adulthood for Individuals With ASDChapter 34. Intervention to Promote Driving and Community Mobility for Individuals With ASDChapter 35. Using Technology Tools and Strategies to Increase Participation for Individuals With ASD