TY - GEN AU - Gaus, Valerie L. TI - Cognitive behavioral therapy for adults with autism spectrum disorder SN - 9781462537686 U1 - WM425.5C6 PY - 2019/// CY - New York : PB - The Guilford Press KW - Cognitive therapy KW - Asperger's syndrome - Patients - Rehabilitation KW - Asperger's syndrome - Complications KW - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - methods KW - Asperger Syndrome - complications N1 - Contents: Defining autism spectrum disorder in cognitively able adults (Asperger syndrome) Conceptualization of mental health problems in cognitively able adults with autism Spectrum disorder (Asperger syndrome) The initial assessment Individualized case formulation and treatment plan Psychoeducation and orientation to treatment Intervention: increasing skills to address the core problems of autism spectrum disorder Intervention: addressing comorbid mental health problems Intervention: addressing emotion regulation problems using mindfulness-based strategiesá Adjunctive therapies and interdisciplinary collaboration Obstacles to treatment and how to address them Ending treatment and looking ahead N2 - This is the leading resource for psychotherapists working with adults who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) without significant cognitive and language impairments (also known as Asperger syndrome). Valerie L. Gaus skillfully demonstrates ways to adapt the proven techniques of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for this undeserved population. Incorporating cutting-edge research on FBT and on clinical problems associated with ASD, the second edition explains the impact of the significant terminology changes in DSM-5. It features a new chapter on mindfulness-based strategies for emotion regulation problems, additional resources for teaching social and coping skills, and updated information on assessment tools. The book addresses common commorbidities, such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Concrete guidance is offered for optimizing the use of tools such as the thought record, core belief worksheet, and more. -- From publisher's description ER -