Autism Speaks, Press Updates, Early Intervention For Toddlers With Autism Highly Effective, Study Finds

Autism Speaks, Press Updates, Early Intervention For Toddlers With Autism Highly Effective, Study Finds: "'This is the first controlled study of an intensive early intervention that is appropriate for children with autism who are less than 2½ years of age. Given that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all 18- and 24-month-old children be screened for autism, it is crucial that we can offer parents effective therapies for children in this age range,' said Geraldine Dawson, Ph.D., chief science officer of Autism Speaks and the study's lead author. 'By starting as soon as the toddler is diagnosed, we hope to maximize the positive impact of the intervention.'"