The Myth of Autism: Medicalising Men's and Boys' Social and Emotional Competence

By Brian McCabe, Sami Timimi, Neil Gardner

In this groundbreaking book, the authors dispute the concept of autism and explore the cultural and political reasons why the number of those diagnosed with it has increased over the years. This is a must-read for students studying autism and related disorders as well as practitioners working in the mental health services.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0230545262
• ISBN13: 9780230545267
• Release Date: October 2010
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.4" x 8.4"