Which autism interventions work best? Article by Michelle Diament in the USA

A new federally-funded review of thousands of studies finds that there are more than two dozen autism interventions worthy of being called 'evidence-based'. 

Researchers combed through over 29,000 studies published in peer-reviewed journals between 1990 and 2011 that tested various behavioral, developmental or educational interventions for autism to identify the most meaningful approaches for those with the developmental disorder from birth through age 22. 

Ultimately the review identified 27 interventions with substantial research backing ranging from cognitive behavioral intervention to exercise, modeling, scripting and use of a picture exchange communication system. 

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http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2014/01/21/which-autism-work-best/19037/