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Draft Evidence-Based Guideline for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Date of publication: December 2006
Submissions closed 16 March 2007

Summary

The draft Evidence-Based Guideline for Autism Spectrum Disorder (draft ASD Guideline) is intended to provide guidance on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in both children and adults in New Zealand. The draft ASD Guideline is an evidence-based summary that covers the identification and diagnosis of ASD, and ongoing assessment and access to interventions and services for individuals with ASD. It seeks to provide the best evidence currently available to assist informed decision-making to improve the health, educational and social outcomes for individuals with ASD. The draft ASD Guideline is intended for use by primary care practitioners, education professionals, policy makers, funders, parents, carers, specialists and any others who make provision for individuals with ASD.

To finalise the draft Evidence-Based Guideline for Autism Spectrum Disorder a three month written consultation process was undertaken from December 2006 – March 2007. Feedback was sought from across the health, education, disability and social service sectors.

The consultation process involved a mail-out on request of the draft ASD Guideline and a submission booklet. At the same time an expert peer review process was undertaken with international experts in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
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Date of publication: December 2006

ISBN: 978-0-478-30703-0 (Book)
ISBN: 978-0-478-30704-7 (Internet)

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Citation: Ministries of Health and Education. 2006. Draft Evidence-based Guideline for Autism Spectrum Disorder. Wellington: Ministry of Health

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