Over the years dermatoglyphics has become a useful tool in the diagnosis of a variety of diseases and disorders especially those associated with genetic and developmental origin. Dermatoglyphics in Autism: A Study of Nigerians, is a conscious attempt to unravel the dermal ridge patterns of the palm and sole of autistic patients of Nigeria's extraction. The unique feature of this book lies in the large amount of research data and the simplicity of their presentation by the authors, which facilitates easy comprehension and quick assimilation by the end-users.