Guidelines for evaluating intervention programs for children with autism

Journal/Book: J Autism Dev Disord. 1997; 27: 233 Spring St, New York, NY 10013. Plenum Publ Corp. 641-651.

Abstract: It is now well recognized that early diagnosis and intervention improves the prognosis for children with autism. It is crucial that professionals be aware and sensitive to the needs of autistic persons and their families. We must never lose sight of the long-term goal of treatment and must not become so infatuated with any one treatment that we fail to provide the education parents need. It is incumbent upon us as professionals, to educate parents and help them evaluate the myriad of information with which they are bombarded. In this article a framework for thinking about autism and principles of evaluation are reviewed. Components of appropriate early intervention programs are then described and guidelines for evaluating alternative treatments are provided.

Note: Article Freeman BJ, Univ Calif Los Angeles, Sch Med, Dept Psychiat, Div Child & Adolescent Psychiat, 760 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles,CA 90024 USA

Keyword(s): INFANTILE-AUTISM; PARAMETERS; STABILITY; DIAGNOSIS

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