title: Family System Interventions for Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
abstract: The increasing prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the severity of impairment, and its impact on systems are a source of ever-growing concern. This article (1) describes briefly the spectrum of ASD and its treatments; (2) discusses the impact that ASD has on the individual, family, and external environment; and (3) discusses the application of family therapy principles in order to meet the needs of children and families affected by ASD. Illustrative case examples are presented.
authors.affiliation: Pediatrics and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Tufts Medical Center, 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, USA. Electronic address: egoepfert@tuftsmedicalcenter.org.
authors.forename: Eric
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Goepfert
authors.affiliation: Pediatrics and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Tufts Medical Center, 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, USA.
authors.forename: Christina
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Mulé
authors.affiliation: Pediatrics and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Tufts Medical Center, 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, USA.
authors.forename: Erik
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: von Hahn
authors.affiliation: Pediatrics and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Tufts Medical Center, 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, USA.
authors.forename: Zachary
authors.initials: Z
authors.lastname: Visco
authors.affiliation: Maine Medical Center Research Institute, 81 Research Drive, Scarborough, ME 04074, USA.
authors.forename: Matthew
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Siegel
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000067877:Autism Spectrum Disorder / Q000628:therapy*; D002648:Child; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology*; D005196:Family Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male
keywords: Autism spectrum disorder; Family system; Family therapy