New Approaches For Autism: Early Intervention, Telehealth & More

As the population of consumers with autism syndrome disorder (ASD) increases—it grew 152% between 2000 and 2014—there is a corresponding need for new (as well as more efficient and effective) treatments and better business approaches. These new approaches were a key part of the discussion at The 2019 OPEN MINDS Children’s Services Leadership Summit on October 28, 2019 in Philadelphia (see Disrupting ASD Treatment: Opportunities & Challenges). While every program highlighted was unique, common themes included the need for technology-enabled treatment, early intervention, evidence-based approaches to staff training, and building capacity.

Technology-Enabled Treatment

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