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A Longitudinal Transdisciplinary Approach for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Aline Kabarite1, Glória Maria Marques Ferreira2, José Carlos Pitangueira3
1Instituto Priorit, Departamento de Fonoaudiologia, Rio de Janeiro 22631-003, Brazil.
Children (Basel, Switzerland)
|September 27, 2025
Summary
A transdisciplinary, family-centered approach significantly improved outcomes for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Family involvement was key to these positive developmental gains and functional improvements.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Pediatric Medicine
Background:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) requires coordinated, individualized interventions.
- Effective interventions for ASD are crucial for developmental progress.
- Current approaches need evaluation for optimizing care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a transdisciplinary, family-centered approach for ASD.
- To assess improvements in clinical and functional outcomes.
- To identify factors influencing intervention success.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal study with 53 children/adolescents (2-16 years) diagnosed with ASD.
- Personalized, evidence-based interventions delivered by a multidisciplinary team.
- Outcome measures included CGI, GAF, and ABC at baseline, 6, and 12 months.
Main Results:
- Significant clinical and functional improvements observed over 12 months.
- Reduced behavioral challenges, sensory issues, and sleep disturbances.
- Greater family involvement correlated with better outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Transdisciplinary, family-centered care benefits children and adolescents with ASD.
- Flexible, team-based interventions are effective.
- Family engagement is critical for positive long-term results in ASD care.
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