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Efficacy of a parent-implemented early language intervention based on collaborative consultation
T A Iacono1, J B Chan, R E Waring
1School of English, Linguistics and Media, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia.
Summary
This study explored parent-implemented language intervention for preschoolers with developmental disabilities. The intervention showed positive effects on language skills for some children, with mothers adopting more supportive communication strategies.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Special Education
Background:
- Parent-implemented interventions are crucial for early childhood development.
- Children with developmental disabilities often require tailored language support.
- Collaborative consultation models enhance intervention effectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the efficacy of a parent-implemented language intervention for preschool children with developmental disabilities.
- To analyze changes in mothers' communicative behaviors following the intervention.
Main Methods:
- A collaborative consultation process involving speech pathologists, special educators, and parents.
- Development of individualized language intervention strategies.
- Utilizing a multiple baseline design to assess treatment effectiveness.
- Descriptive analysis of mothers' communication patterns before and after intervention.
Main Results:
- The parent-implemented language intervention demonstrated effectiveness in improving language production skills for three out of five preschool children.
- Mothers exhibited increased utterance frequency, use of models, and teaching strategies post-intervention.
- Mothers decreased their use of questions and directives during interactions.
Conclusions:
- Parent-implemented language intervention, within a collaborative framework, can be effective for some young children with developmental disabilities.
- Mothers can adapt their communication styles to be more supportive of their child's language development.
- Further research is needed to optimize interventions for all children with developmental disabilities.