One of the biggest challenges faced by those affected by autism spectrum disorders and caregivers of those with autism is to research and weed through all the possible interventions available and determine which ones are worthwhile and appropriate. This book is a comprehensive guide to current treatments used for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.

The book begins with a brief yet thorough description of autism and related disorders as defined by various diagnostic criteria as well as a brief overview of the treatments that are reviewed in the book and the criteria they used for how they rated a particular type of treatment. The ratings used to describe various treatments are Scientifically Based Practice, Promising Practice, Limited Supporting Information for Practice, and Not Recommended. The book then continues by providing reviews of 37 treatments used for autism spectrum disorders divided into 5 categories that are Interpersonal Relationship Interventions and Treatments; Skill Based Interventions and Treatments; Cognitive Interventions and Treatments; Physiological/Biological/Neurological Interventions and Treatments; and Other Interventions, Treatments and Related Agents.

This book is designed in an easy to understand format with each review containing information about which population that treatment is designed for in reference to age, ability level and which of the autism spectrum diagnosis it would be best suited for as a guideline. There is also a brief yet comprehensive description of the treatment, reported benefits of the treatment including any references to scientific studies that have been conducted. Also included are the typical costs of the intervention, whether or not it can be done at home or who should be administering the treatment as well as any potential risks associated with it. There is a table included with each review which includes pertinent information about any scientific studies that have been done as well as their rating on the individual treatment.