Choose a named intervention and consider the research evidence for its effectiveness. Then report on its use with a child with an ASD known to you in relation to this evidence.

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Choose a named intervention and consider the research evidence for its effectiveness. Then report on its use with a child with an ASD known to you in relation to this evidence.

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Autism is a lifelong developmental disorder that affects, often severely, a person's ability to communicate and socially interact with others. It is four times more prevalent in males than females and currently, autism is believed to affect 1 in every 250 people, (NAS 2003). The rate of people being diagnosed with autism has increased substantially over the past two decades which may be due in part to improved diagnostic techniques and changes in the criteria for diagnosing autistic spectrum disorders (ASD).

The causes of autism are still unknown but it is believed, and research shows, (NAS. 2003) that the disorder is caused by genetic factors associated with brain development which occur before, during or very soon after birth. Since the initial identification of autism there have been many claims of a cure. However, autism is currently considered to be incurable although there are many interventions that can be effective in improving the quality of life of those with the disorder. These interventions can offer help