Glossary of Terms on Autism
This glossary is designed to explain some of the scientific terminology, abbreviations etc. used by some people when they talk about autism or research.
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Disclaimer
The fact that an intervention is listed in this glossary does not necessarily mean that we agree with its use. Nor does it necessarily mean that there is any scientifically valid or reliable evidence behind it.
Over time we hope to evaluate each of the interventions listed in this glossary, providing a ranking which tells you the level of scientific evidence which supports or does not support its use. For more information please see Treatments and Therapies for Autism Currently Under Scientific Evaluation by Research Autism
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- Intervention
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An intervention is any action – such as a treatment, a therapy or the provision of a service – which is designed to help people with autism, including people with Asperger syndrome, Autism/Autistic Disorder, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified
There are thousands of different interventions designed to help people with autism, including applied behavioural analysis, drama therapy, gluten-free diet, Lego therapy, sensory integration training, snake oil, swimming with dolphins, and taking vitamin supplements.
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Last Updated : 05/08/2011
