Edited vol provdes comprehensive accnts of various aspects of dev (typical & atypical) of persons with autism, always wth refer to dev theory and solid research. For students rsrchrs & care provdrs in psychology, psychiatry, social wrk, dev psy & educatn "Many of the chapters provide excellent overviews of where we are now; and several of the chapters suggest exciting possibilities for new ways forward.—Autism"It contains very useful summaries of recent research into issues including joint attention, perception, deficits of generalisation, theory of mind, executive function, cognitive impairments, and social, emotional and communicative development....The book would certainly be of value for anyone seeking an update on theoretical and research issues related to psycholgical development in autism."—Journal of Child Psychology & Psychiatry"In general, the development psychopathological perspective gives rise to important new tactics in examining the developmental processes that contribute to critical symptoms at a particular age and also encourages researchers to consider the ramifications of those symptoms for subsequent development. Elegant treatises on research exemplifying this approach can be found throughout this volume in numerous cutting-edge discussions. Though too numerous to mention, certainly all the discussions in this volume exemplify, illustrate, and extend the very important application of the developmental psychopathology perspective to the study of autism...Consequently, this edited volume provides a unique and highly recommended resource for any professional engaged in research or clinical enterprise with children with autism and their families."—Contemporary Psychology