Therapies for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders:
A review of the research for parents and caregivers – Consumer Guide | AHRQ Effective Health Care Program. Is This guide right for the child in my care?
Yes, if:
The child you care for is between 2 and 12 years old and has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which includes:
- Autistic Disorder.
- Asperger Syndrome.
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder–Not Otherwise Specified.
No, if:
The child you care for is older than 12 years or has a different behavioral, emotional, developmental, or learning disorder.
What does this guide cover?
This guide describes research about the possible benefits and negative side effects of therapies for children who are between 2 and 12 years old and have an ASD. It was created to help you talk with your doctor, school administrator, social worker, and health insurance representative about programs and therapies. Autism Spectrum Disorders
Where does the information in this guide come from?
The information for this guide comes from a review by an independent research center of 159 studies in a report funded by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, a government agency. The report was then reviewed by doctors, patients, and other researchers.
