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Review
. 2019 Nov;24(7):461-477.
doi: 10.1093/pch/pxz121. Epub 2019 Oct 24.

Post-diagnostic management and follow-up care for autism spectrum disorder

[Article in English, French]
Angie Ip  1 , Lonnie Zwaigenbaum  1 , Jessica A Brian  1
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Review

Post-diagnostic management and follow-up care for autism spectrum disorder

[Article in English, French]
Angie Ip et al. Paediatr Child Health. 2019 Nov.

Abstract

Paediatricians and other primary care providers are well positioned to provide or coordinate ongoing medical and psychosocial care and support services for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This statement provides recommendations and information on a range of interventions and resources, to help paediatric care providers optimize care for children with ASD and support their families. The management of ASD includes treating medical and psychiatric co-morbidities, behavioural and developmental interventions, and providing supportive social care services to enhance quality of life for affected children and families.

Keywords: Autism spectrum disorder; Behavioural interventions; Complementary and alternative medicine; Developmental interventions; Pharmacological management.

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