Using Peer Trainers To Promote Social Behavior in Autism: Are They Effective at Enhancing Multiple Social Modalities?.

Pierce, Karen; Schreibman, Laura

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Publication Date: 1997

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Using Peer Trainers To Promote Social Behavior in Autism: Are They Effective at Enhancing Multiple Social Modalities?.

Pierce, Karen; Schreibman, Laura

Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, v12 n4 p207-18 Win 1997

A study involving two children (ages 7-8) with autism and eight typical peers investigated the efficacy of Pivotal Response Training implemented by multiple peers in enhancing social competency of children with autism. After treatment, the subjects engaged in high levels of interactions, initiations, varied toy play, and language use. (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Autism, Inclusive Schools, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Competence, Intervention, Language Usage, Peer Influence, Peer Relationship, Peer Teaching, Play, Primary Education, Social Behavior, Social Integration

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Language: English

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