[Empirically based early intervention programs for children with autistic disorders - a selective literature review]
1Klinik für Psychiatrie, Psychosomatik und Psychotherapie des Kindes- und Jugendalters, J.W. Goethe Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Deutschordenstrasse 50, DE - 60528 Frankfurt am Main. c.freitag@em-uni-frankfurt.de
Abstract:
Autistic Disorders (AD) are characterized by impairments in social interaction and communication, as well as by stereotyped behaviors and interests. Early intervention programs in AD aim to improve several aspects of the child's abilities: joint attention, play abilities, language development, and especially social interaction and communication. In this review article based on a selective literature search, the relatively best empirically based early intervention programs will be discussed with a focus on the proven efficacy of these interventions.
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