Understanding Autism

Name: Understanding Autism
Brand: Blackstone Audiobooks
Availability: InStock
Author: Scientific American
ISBN: 9781094074429

Author: Scientific American, Jeanene Swanson

Narrator: Coleen Marlo

Unabridged: 5 hr 34 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Blackstone Publishing

Published: 01/23/2021

Categories: Nonfiction, Psychology, Psychopathology, Health & Fitness

Synopsis

Autism is one of three diagnoses that the DSM-5 includes in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While our understanding of this condition has grown exponentially, research has been fraught with controversy. Autism appears to be on the rise, depending on how you define it, and its causes more complex than imagined. In Understanding Autism, Scientific American’s editors have gathered the most current information on autism, including how it’s diagnosed, risk factors, treatments, and therapies.

About Scientific American

Scientific American is the longest continuously published magazine in the US and the home of the most exciting authors presenting the most dynamic ideas in science today. As the leading popular source and authority on science, technology, and innovation, Scientific American’s award-winning scientist-authored content engages, educates, and inspires current and future generations of curious citizens and public and private sector leaders.

About Coleen Marlo

Coleen Marlo is an AudioFile Earphones Award–winning narrator who has been nominated for an Audie Award twice, winning in 2011. She has been awarded three Listen-Up Awards from Publishers Weekly, an AudioFile Audiobook of the Year Award in 2011, and was named Audiobook Narrator of the Year for 2010 by Publishers Weekly. She is a member of the prestigious Actors Studio and taught acting for ten years at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute. Marlo is a proud founding member of Deyan Institute of Voice Artistry and Technology.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sumaira on August 04, 2025

As a class teacher myself I was so honored to be able to review Aisha’s new guide all about Autism. This simple and friendly guide helped me to understand Autism more deeply. I was able to develop my understanding on how people with Autism experience the world and different everyday support strategi......more