Supporting families of young children with autism

Author(s): Fox, L.

Journal/Book: Infant Young Children. 1999; 12: 7201 Mckinney Circle, Frederick, MD 21704, USA. Aspen Publ Inc. 48-54.

Abstract: Despite an increasing orientation toward family-centered services in the field of early intervention, relatively little emphasis in the literature has been placed on the importance of providing comprehensive support for Families of young children with autism. In this article, we draw on our experiences in early intervention to identify and discuss some distinctive circumstances and challenges that are encountered by families that include young children with autism. We describe three issues that warrant special consideration by professionals as they seek to develop improved programs for supporting children and families affected by autism. It is anticipated that effective family support efforts should result in improved longitudinal outcomes for the child and the family.

Note: Article Dunlap G, Univ S Florida, Florida Mental Hlth Inst, Div Appl Res & Educ Support, Tampa,FL USA

Keyword(s): autism; early intervention; families and autism; family support; INTERVENTION

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