Autism Spectrum Disorder and Behavioral Intervention : An Updated Review
Journal of the Korean Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
; : 86-93, 2015.
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ABSTRACT
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder marked by impaired social communication and repetitive, restricted behaviors and activities. The prevalence of ASD has been increasing for the past 2 decades, but evidence-based therapeutic approaches are lacking for patients with ASD. To date, there is no cure for the core symptoms of ASD, and the existing treatments focus on improving the patient's function and adaptation by using behavioral intervention methods. Behavioral interventions have been proven to show the greatest effect when applied before the age of 2 years, for at least 40-60 hours per week. Many clinicians and ASD families are unfamiliar with the treatment methods, and consequently, may seek unproven and potentially hazardous methods. The purpose of this article was to present an extensive and updated review on evidence-based ASD behavioral interventions that are commonly used in clinical settings.
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Assunto principal:
Prevalência
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Transtorno do Espectro Autista
Tipo de estudo:
Prevalence_studies
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Child
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Humans
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En
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Journal of the Korean Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Ano de publicação:
2015
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Article