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- Jane M Charles, Laura A Carpenter, Walter Jenner, and Joyce S Nicholas.
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston 29425-5670, USA. charlesj@musc.edu
- Int J Psychiatry Med. 2008 Jan 1; 38 (2): 133-40.
ObjectiveThis review article provides an overview of the most recent developments in the literature regarding autism spectrum disorders including epidemiology, etiology, assessment, and management/treatment.MethodA review of the recent literature was conducted using Medline and the search term "Autism Spectrum Disorders."ResultsAutism Spectrum Disorders are more common than previously believed (1 in 166), and etiology appears to be multifaceted including both heritable and non-heritable factors. State of the art treatment includes comprehensive medical monitoring as well as behavioral intervention.ConclusionsCurrent and anticipated federal funding, policy changes, and large scale research projects provide promise for increasing knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorders.
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