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Autism and Developmental Disorders
2019. Vol. 17, no. 4, 57–61
https://doi.org/10.17759/autdd.2019170408
ISSN: 1994-1617 / 2413-4317 (online)

On the Book of Viсtor Kagan "Autism in Children", 2nd Edition, Supplemented

 
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Abstract

First published in 1981 and actual until nowadays, the book of Victor Kagan “Autism in Children” reprinted at “Smysl” Publishing House. Based on the vast literature, presented edition of the book describes the history of the development of the problem of autism since the beginning of the 20th century. Author formulates owns’ definition of autism, describes the clinical picture of childhood autism, as well as autism as a psychopathological nonspecific syndrome in the schizophrenia, schizoid psychopathy and paraautistic reactions. The author dwells in detail on the identification of differential diagnostic criteria, treatment and psychotherapy of autism. The book includes a chapter on the epidemiology of childhood autism, the reasons for the dramatic increase in autism indicators, among which the first place is not clinical criteria, but socio-financial benefits. Fundamental papers of L. Kanner and G. Asperger are at the end of the monograph.

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Keywords: childhood autism, schizophrenia, schizoid psychopathy, paraautistic conditions, epidemiology of autism, Kanner’s syndrome, Asperger’s syndrome

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OpenAlex citations: 2

OpenAlex topics: Human Health and Disease, Psychology of Development and Education

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Human Health and Disease

This cluster of papers focuses on the assessment and management of health risks in children and adolescents, covering factors such as environmental exposure, oxidative stress, educational technologies, nutrition, and physical development. The research also delves into hygienic assessments, epidemiological wellbeing, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on child health.

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Psychology of Development and Education

This cluster of papers explores various aspects of psychology in education, focusing on topics such as the Zone of Proximal Development, inclusive education, cultural-historical theory, educational environment, psychological well-being, teacher training, learning motivation, adolescent development, social cognition, and digital learning. The papers delve into the intersection of psychology and education to understand the developmental processes and challenges in educational settings.

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Article type: book review

DOI: https://doi.org/10.17759/autdd.2019170408

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For citation: Iovchuk, N., Severniy, A. (2019). On the Book of Viсtor Kagan "Autism in Children", 2nd Edition, Supplemented. Autism and Developmental Disorders, 17(4), 57–61. (In Russ.). https://doi.org/10.17759/autdd.2019170408

© Iovchuk N., Severniy A., 2019

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Information About the Authors

Nina Iovchuk, Doctor of Medicine, professor, member of the board, Association of Child Psychiatrists and Psychologists, Moscow, Russian Federation, e-mail: av22893@comtv.ru

Anatoliy Severniy, Candidate of Science (Medicine), старший научный сотрудник, president, Association of Child Psychiatrists and Psychologists, Moscow, Russian Federation

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