ERIC Number: EJ1336703
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Publication Date: 2022-Jun
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Visual Schedule to Promote Compliance with Bedtime Routine in a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Barnett, Juliet E. Hart; Zucker, Stanley H.; More, Cori M.
Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, v57 n2 p196-203 Jun 2022
Sleep problems are frequently reported by parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with prevalence estimates of 44-83%. While it is important to address any underlying medical or psychiatric issues that contribute to sleep challenges, establishing good sleep hygiene is considered a good first step, which often includes establishing a consistent bedtime routine. In this study, a visual schedule was used to facilitate compliance with a bedtime routine in a child with ASD. Using an ABAB reversal design, results indicated positive treatment effects, with an increase in bedtime routine compliance during intervention and maintenance of positive effects over time.
Descriptors: Sleep, Behavior Problems, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Visual Aids, Scheduling, Compliance (Psychology), Program Effectiveness, Behavior Modification, Preschool Children, Prompting, Intervention
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Council for Exceptional Children. DDD, P.O. Box 3512, Fayetteville, AR 72702. Tel: 479-575-3326; Fax: 479-575-6676; Web site: http://www.daddcec.com/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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