J Korean Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry.
2007 Oct;18(2):117-122.
The Korean Practice Parameter for the Treatment of Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Non-Pharmacological Treatment
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- 1Department of Neuropsychiatry, Eulji University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea.
- 2Department of Psychiatry, Gachon University of Medicine and Science, Incheon, Korea.
- 3Department of Psychiatry, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, Korea.
- 4Department of Psychiatry, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea.
- 5Department of Neuropsychiatry, Chungbuk National University College of Medicine, Cheongju, Korea.
- 6Department of Neuropsychiatry, Kyungpook National University College of Medicine, Daegu, Korea.
- 7Department of Neuropsychiatry, Hanyang University Medical School, Seoul, Korea.
- 8Department of Psychiatry, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, Korea. jsahn@yonsei.ac.kr.
Abstract
- Practice parameters for non-pharmacological treatment of children and adolescents with pervasive developmental disorders are based on the scientific literature for evidence-based practices. Appropriate educational and behavioral interventions are important in improving the long-term outcome in pervasive developmental disorders. Early and sustained intervention appears to be particularly important. The goal for interventions is to gain pragmatic skills for verbal communication, playing with peers, daily living routines, self-management, and social adaptation. Appropriate involvement and collaboration with parents and family are essential for well-functioning intervention programs. The life-long nature of autism implies that the clinician should maintain an active role in long-term treatment planning and family support. Vocational training and training for more independent living are important for adolescents with autism. Professionals should be knowledgeable about local and national resources and opportunities for family support as well as support of the individual.
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