The 4th edition of Autism Across the Lifespan, edited by Renee Watling, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, and Susan L. Spitzer, PhD, OTR/L, provides a broadened discussion of ASD across the ages and stages of life, from early childhood to adulthood and aging. Aligned with current evidence and the OTPF, this text empowers clinicians to meet the diverse and unique needs of clients with ASD. Chapter 32, by Zoe Mailloux, OTD, OTR, FAOTA, and Susanne Smith Roley, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, presents Ayres Sensory Integration® (ASI) as an evidence-based intervention approach applied within occupational therapy for individuals with ASD who have identified needs in this area. The authors describe the way occupational therapists design and implement intervention with fidelity to ASI methods, as guided by comprehensive individual assessment and current evidence, for individuals' health, well-being, and participation in life through engagement in occupation. The authors also discuss evidence of intervention effectiveness and demonstrate the application of intervention concepts through case examples.
ISBN: 978-1-56900-551-4
16 pages
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