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Review of interventions for autistic adults finds lack of evidence-based treatments … of related studies found that very few treatments have been studied to effectively address the specific needs of this group. The review also found that priorities of autistic adults were overlooked in the existing research.  In a review … question about which of these outcomes matter most to autistic adults, and far more research is needed to recommend ways to support health as they age.”  Research into autistic adult health has identified several health outcomes, such as early … the federal Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee.  Of the studies reviewed, two interventions showed some evidence of supporting better psychiatric health outcomes.   Cognitive behavior therapy and mindfulness-based interventions, both …

Pediatrics journal dedicates supplement publication to autism studies … for Children and Youth With Autism Spectrum Disorder,” include both provider guidance and new findings based on network-supported research studies. Some highlights of the research findings include: 93 percent of families of children with autism … therapies, and few of those are receiving the recommended amount. Psychotropic medications are also being used in this age group. Certain racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups experience barriers to getting appropriate autism care and report … obstacles to getting appropriate autism care. Shared decision-making, provider follow-up on service navigation and provider support on weighing service options are potential provider strategies to ensure follow up on referrals for needed services. …