Clinical Support Tools for Autism

List of PHN-approved resources for autism for our providers to use in their clinical visits.

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Algorithm or Clinical Pathway

  • Children’s National Hospital’s Behavioral Health and Autism Referral Guidelines: Many departments at Children’s National offer assessment and treatment/intervention services for children with autism, other neurodevelopmental disorders (such as ADHD), and other behavioral health concerns (such as depression or anxiety). Review these referral guidelines to identify which clinic best meets your patient’s needs.
  • Clinical Care Guide for Autism Spectrum Disorders: This algorithm provides primary care pediatricians and adolescent care providers with an evidence-based, practical, and structured approach to identifying and managing autism in young patients.

Medication Information

  • Coming soon!

Printable Parent Handouts

Printable educational materials for providers to give to patients and families during office visits.

Want to Learn More?

For more in-depth reading, please click here to view more autism resources in our resource library.