title: The cutting edge in services for people with autism.
abstract: The current study assesses the opinions of a select group of professionals in the field of autism. The professionals indicated past progress, described the current status, and identified and clarified the fundamental concerns and issues for the future. This information was obtained to further develop and expand existing intervention programs for individuals with autism, and will be of use in charting the most promising directions for the future.
authors.affiliation: Devereux Foundation, Institute of Clinical Training and Research, Devon, Pennsylvania 19333-0400.
authors.forename: S I
authors.initials: SI
authors.lastname: Pfeiffer
authors.forename: D D
authors.initials: DD
authors.lastname: Nelson
mesh_terms: D001321:Autistic Disorder / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D003191:Comprehensive Health Care / Q000639:trends*; D005544:Forecasting; D006801:Humans; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000639:trends*; D012106:Research