Emerging Use of Behavior Imaging for Autism and Beyond

Commercially available “behavior imaging” technology is effectively assisting the diagnosis and management of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism. This technology offers a unique way of capturing behavior data in natural environments on video clips, and is complemented by a comprehensive information storage and retrieval platform. Uses to date include providing families living in remote areas with improved access to health care services. The flexibility and versatility inherent in this new platform allow for future expansion, which may include a variety of wireless physiologic sensors. The benefits offered by this new technology have been recognized internationally and the use of this new technology may expand from behavioral healthcare and special education to fields such as psychotherapy, therapy supervision, and a host of research applications.