The Adult Autism Assessment Handbook

Grab the attention of clinicians, psychologists, and allied professionals with The Adult Autism Assessment Handbook by Davida Hartman; Tara O’Donnell-Killen; Jessica K Doyle; Dr Maeve Kavanagh; Dr Anna Day; Dr Juliana A. — a clear, practical guide designed to transform how adult autism assessments are planned, conducted, and interpreted.

This handbook combines evidence-based frameworks with real-world insight to support reliable diagnosis and compassionate care. You’ll find concise guidance on screening strategies, structured diagnostic interviews, differential diagnosis, and the assessment of co-occurring conditions. Practical templates, case vignettes, and step-by-step pathways make complex processes accessible for clinicians working in community, hospital, or private practice settings.

Built for professionals across the UK and international settings, the book addresses cultural and service-level variations, multidisciplinary collaboration, and how to produce assessment reports that inform person-centred care and support planning. Emphasis on functional formulation, risk assessment, and communication techniques ensures evaluations translate into meaningful recommendations for adults and their families.

Whether you’re an experienced assessor, a trainee clinician, or a service manager, this handbook sharpens clinical confidence, improves diagnostic consistency, and speeds decision-making without sacrificing sensitivity. Its pragmatic tone, up-to-date references, and actionable tools make it an essential resource for teams aiming to deliver timely, trustworthy adult autism assessments.

Order The Adult Autism Assessment Handbook today to streamline your diagnostic pathway, enhance clinical outcomes, and support adults with autism through more informed, humane assessment practice.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.