Multidisciplinary approach in managing adult with autism: A single case study

Pages:394-396
T. Rajesh (
Composite Regional Centre for Persons with Disabilities Social Welfare Complex, Vellimadukunnu Kozhikode, Kerala)
K. G. Dhanesh (Composite Regional Centre for Persons with Disabilities, Social Welfare Complex, Vellimadukunnu, Kozhikode, Kerala )

The present study aimed to identify the benefits of multidisciplinary approach in managing adult with autism. A 19 year old boy with autism was taken for this study. Initial assessments were done using detailed Clinical Interview, Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS) and Sensory Integration inventory were used for this study. The boy was trained with the use of Behaviour Modification Techniques, Sensory Integration (SI) Therapy, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), ADL and Cognitive Training. Post test was conducted after 6 months of therapy. Results discussed in detail.