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Homan, Kendra J.; Mellon, Michael W.; Houlihan, Daniel; Katusic, Maja Z. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2011
Childhood disintegrative disorder (CDD) is a rare condition characterized by distinct regression of developmental and behavioral functioning following a period of apparently normal development for at least 2 years. The purpose of this article is to present the developmental, behavioral, psychosocial, and medical histories of eight children who…
Descriptors: Developmental Stages, Language Acquisition, Child Health, Case Studies
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Wetherby, Amy Miller – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1986
Recent research suggests that the communicative profile associated with autism is explained by factors related to the child's language-learning environment as well as inherent factors. A working model of the ontogeny of communicative functions of autistic children is proposed. Clinical implications for language intervention are offered. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Autism, Children, Communication (Thought Transfer), Communication Skills
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Schroeder, Stephen R.; And Others – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1996
This discussion of planning for individuals with autism using a life-span perspective considers stages and transitions across life, noting the special difficulty these individuals have with transitions; changing perspectives on disability in the United States; and characteristics of comprehensive life-span programs (sophisticated diagnoses, strong…
Descriptors: Attitudes toward Disabilities, Autism, Developmental Stages, Long Range Planning