J Autism Dev Disord. 2012 Apr 17. [Epub ahead of print]
From Interdisciplinary to Integrated Care of the Child with Autism: the Essential Role for a Code of Ethics.
Source
STE Consultants, LLC, Berkeley, CA, USA, cox.david.j@gmail.com.
Abstract
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.
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