ERIC Number: EJ984971
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Dec
Pages: 10
Abstractor: As Provided
Reference Count: 28
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ISSN: ISSN-0162-3257
From Interdisciplinary to Integrated Care of the Child with Autism: The Essential Role for a Code of Ethics
Cox, David J.
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v42 n12 p2729-2738 Dec 2012
To address the developmental deficits of children with autism, several disciplines have come to the forefront within intervention programs. These are speech-pathologists, psychologists/counselors, occupational-therapists/physical-therapists, special-education consultants, behavior analysts, and physicians/medical personnel. As the field of autism therapy moves toward a more comprehensive, holistic and interdisciplinary model, the complexity of an interdisciplinary service delivery model could pose significant challenges. The difficulty of carrying out this approach could lead to sub-par programs being established. With integration among the disciplines a necessity, the ethical principles and language common to all the contributing disciplines is argued as the appropriate integrating force. An outline of these principles and a draft code of ethics are offered to introduce high standards and expectations for all participating in such a program.
Descriptors: Intervention, Interdisciplinary Approach, Ethics, Autism, Allied Health Personnel, Delivery Systems, Child Development, Developmental Disabilities, Teamwork, Therapy, Health Services, Holistic Approach, Standards
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