Prognosis in autism: Do specialist treatments affect long-term outcome?

Journal/Book: Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatr. 1997; 6: C/O Springer-Verlag, Heidelberger Platz 3, 1000 Berlin 33, Germany. Dr Dietrich Steinkopff Verlag. 55-72.

Abstract: Many different treatments have been claimed to have a dramatic impact on children with autism. This paper reviews what is known about the outcome in adult life and examines the limitations and advantages of a variety of intervention approaches. It concludes that there is little evidence of any ''cure'' for autism, but appropriately structured programmes for education and management in the early years can play a significant role in enhancing functioning in later life.

Note: Review Howlin P, St George Hosp, Sch Med, Dept Psychol, Cranmer Terrace, London SW17 0RE, ENGLAND

Keyword(s): autism; prognosis; follow-up; interventions; SELF-INJURIOUS-BEHAVIOR; DOUBLE-BLIND; VESTIBULAR STIMULATION; INFANTILE-AUTISM; CHILDREN; NALTREXONE; SYMPTOMS; HALOPERIDOL; MAGNESIUM; DISORDER

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