Autism from Age 2 to 26: What Can We Learn About Treatment from Longitudinal Studies

This research, presented at the 2017 Michigan Autism Conference, focuses on understanding the developmental trajectory of preschool children with autism as they transition into adolescence and adulthood. The study aims to identify predictors of outcomes such as adaptive skills, quality of life, and mental health, shifting from a focus on negative outcomes to coping strategies for individuals and families. Early findings are based on interviews and assessments conducted up to age 26,