Case report: Receptive labeling training in autism: conventional vs. technology-based approaches? a single case study

Roberta Minutoli1,2, Ileana Scarcella1,2, Germana Doria1,2

  • 1Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB), National Research Council of Italy (CNR), Messina, Italy.

Frontiers in Psychiatry
|December 26, 2024
PubMed
Summary

For autistic children, traditional flashcards accelerated receptive language learning compared to tablets. Individual motivation is key for effective autism intervention programs, regardless of technology.

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