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Reinforcing the Empty Fortress: An Examination of Recent Research into the Treatment of Autism.
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Waters, Lis – Educational Studies, 1990
Surveys current research on causes and treatment of autism. Identifies features of autism and outlines causal theories and related treatments. Analyzes problems with the different approaches to causes of autism. Suggests the multiplicity of approaches implies lack of success in any one area. Contends behavior modification provides best results and…
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification, Developmental Disabilities