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Current trends in behavioral interventions for children with autism.
Dorothy Scattone1, Kimberly R Knight
1Department of Pediatrics, Division of Child Development and Behavioral Medicine The University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi 39216, USA.
International Review of Neurobiology
|May 16, 2006
Summary
This review examines behavioral interventions for skill acquisition in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children and adolescents. While research shows promise, small sample sizes and single-case designs limit generalization, though methodology is improving.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
Background:
- Behavioral interventions are crucial for skill acquisition in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
- Focus is on interventions developed and studied over the past 12 years.
- Key areas include language, social skills, and self-management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and analyze behavioral interventions for skill acquisition in ASD.
- To assess the outcomes of these interventions in children and adolescents.
- To identify limitations and potential for broader application of research findings.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and outcome data analysis.
- Focus on interventions targeting language, social skills, and self-management.
- Examination of studies from the last 12 years.
Main Results:
- Interventions show promise in skill acquisition for children and adolescents with ASD.
- Generalization of results is challenging due to small sample sizes and single-case designs.
- Research methodology has expanded and refined over the last decade.
Conclusions:
- Despite methodological limitations, behavioral interventions offer potential for improving skills in ASD.
- Replication of studies and methodological advancements may enhance the applicability of findings.
- Continued research is needed to address generalization challenges and validate interventions.