Journal article
How relevant is the framework being used with autism spectrum disorders today?
A Brignell, AT Morgan, S Woolfenden, K Williams
International Journal of Speech Language Pathology | TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD | Published : 2014
Abstract
Camarata (2014) provides a comprehensive summary of the current state of the research on early identification and intervention for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Extending on the foundations provided by Camarata, this commentary discusses the value of a diagnosis of ASD and questions whether there is sufficient evidence on which to base continuing calls for early identification and ASD-specific intervention. Gaps are highlighted in the evidence base, suggestions made about how to fill those gaps, and an alternative framework is proposed for achieving best outcomes for children with early developmental problems of the type seen in ASD and their families. © 2014 The Speech Path..
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Funding Acknowledgements
We wish to thank Professor Stuart Logan, University of Exeter, for his review of the paper and editorial comments. Angela Morgan is supported by a National Health and Medical Research Council Career Development Award no. 607315. Amanda Brignell is supported by an Australian Postgraduate Award scholarship. We also wish to thank the William Collie Trust Fund for their financial support. Infrastructure support was provided by the Victorian Government's Operational Infrastructure Support Program.