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Mental Health Concerns of Students on the Autism Spectrum
Author(s) -
Brown Jane Thierfeld,
Meeks Lisa,
Rigler Michelle
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
new directions for student services
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1536-0695
pISSN - 0164-7970
DOI - 10.1002/ss.20189
Subject(s) - autism , mental health , autism spectrum disorder , psychology , population , medical education , psychiatry , medicine , environmental health
This chapter introduces the reader to the autism spectrum and discusses the characteristics, traits, common concerns, and potential supports for this population. The chapter also provides some recommendations for proactive and collaborative support efforts for students with both an autism spectrum disorder and mental health issues.