FaHCSIA published its updated A review of the research to identify the most effective models of practice in early intervention of children with autism spectrum disorders by Prior, M., Roberts, J. M.A., Rodger, S., Williams, K.& Sutherland, R.(2011).

The Executive Summary and full report of the 2011 Review are available below.

• Executive Summary DOC [59kB] PDF [120kB]
• Full review Report DOC [55kB] PDF [111kB]

or from the FaHCSIA website at http://www.fahcsia.gov.au/our-responsibilities/disability-and-carers/program-services/for-people-with-disability/helping-children-with-autism#4

Previously (in 2006), the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing published two documents:

• A Review of the research to identify the most effective models of practice in early intervention for children with autism spectrum disorders
• Early intervention for children with autism spectrum disorders: guidelines for best practice