[Support for young people with autism spectrum disorder]

Abstract

The support given to young people, children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is multidisciplinary and comprises medical, psychological and social care. It is provided after the diagnosis of ASD by specialised professionals. This assessment and support are subject to guidelines. They are undertaken in association with the family of the young people concerned.

Keywords: autism; autism spectrum disorder; autisme; diagnosis; diagnostic; prise en charge; treatment; trouble du spectre de l’autisme.