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Area of Science:

  • Assistive technology
  • Communication sciences
  • Special education

Background:

  • Individuals with severe disabilities often have complex communication needs.
  • The trifocus framework offers a structured approach to communication intervention.
  • Interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) is crucial for effective implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize literature on the trifocus framework's five communication strategies.
  • To explore the application of IPCP in implementing these strategies for learners with severe disabilities.
  • To highlight the importance of the learner, communication partner, and environment in communication interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted literature searches in Google Scholar and EBSCO (1994-2015).
  • Organized identified literature within the trifocus framework.
  • Included studies with participants with severe disabilities and their communication partners.
  • Performed a secondary search of referenced articles.

Main Results:

  • The trifocus strategies include enhancing sensitivity, utilizing routines, increasing communication opportunities, modifying the environment, and augmenting input.
  • Effective IPCP requires attention to learner characteristics, partner skills, and environmental support.
  • Studies varied in participant descriptions and reporting of fidelity and generalization.

Conclusions:

  • Effective communication intervention for severe disabilities necessitates a holistic approach.
  • Future research should prioritize detailed participant descriptions and robust methodology.
  • Evidence of generalization is vital for practical application of findings.