This article is a continuation of our discussion of intervention options for educating and treating children and youth with autism. In this article, we discuss court decisions related to intervention options for students with autism, along with recommendations for choosing interventions and treatments that have the best chance of producing desired outcomes and resolving disputes among professionals, parents, and advocates.
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