At a Crossroads—Reconsidering the Goals of Autism Early Behavioral Intervention From a Neurodiversity Perspective
Géraldine Dawson, Lauren Franz, Sarah Brandsen
Abstract
This Viewpoint discusses the use of a strengths-based approach to define outcome measures and emphasize the unique abilities of autistic individuals in an effort to promote positive self-esteem and potentially reduce the high rates of depression and anxiety experienced by youth with autism.
Topics & Concepts
AutismPerspective (graphical)Intervention (counseling)MedicineAnxietyDepression (economics)Outcome (game theory)Developmental psychologyClinical psychologyPsychiatryPsychologyMathematicsEconomicsMathematical economicsMacroeconomicsArtificial intelligenceComputer scienceAutism Spectrum Disorder ResearchFamily and Disability Support ResearchBehavioral and Psychological Studies