This handbook examines the medical and therapeutic needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the effectiveness of treatments that are delivered through interdisciplinary teams. It analyzes the impact of interdisciplinary teams on assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and implementation and explores how evidence-based treatments can be developed and implemented. Chapters describe the wide-ranging effects of ASD and the challenges individuals and their family members face when seeking treatment. In addition, chapters provide an overview of the comorbidities and related disorders that often accompany ASD, including neurodevelopmental disorders, medical and behavioral problems, and psychopathology. The handbook also discusses the critical importance of caregivers in the treatment team as experts in their child's strengths, problem areas, and functioning.

Chapter 1. Interdisciplinary Teams and Autism Spectrum Disorder.- Chapter 2. Evidenced-Based Practices.- Chapter 3. Comorbidity and the Need for Interdisciplinary Treatments.- Chapter 4. Ethical Considerations in Interdisciplinary Treatments.- Chapter 5. Legal Considerations in Interdisciplinary Treatments.- Chapter 6. Interdisciplinary Diagnostic Evaluations.- Chapter 7. Applied Behavior Analysis and Related Treatments.- Chapter 8. Interdisciplinary Treatment for Pediatric Feeding Disorders.- Chapter 9. Interdisciplinary Treatment for Pediatric Elimination Disorders.- Chapter 10. Development of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.- Chapter 11. Psychology.- Chapter 12. Primary Care Physicians/Sub-Specialty Pediatricians.- Chapter 13. Speech-Language Pathology.- Chapter 14. Occupational and Physical Therapy.- Chapter 15. Dietetics/Nutrition.- Chapter 16. Gastroenterology.- Chapter 17. Oral Health-- Chapter 18. School Psychology and Education Professionals.- Chapter 19. Vocational Interventions.- Chapter 20. Neurologic Music Therapy.- Chapter 21. Recreational Therapy.- Chapter 22. Social Work.- Chapter 23. Family Therapy.- Chapter 24. Family Inclusion.