Autistic Learning Disabilities and Individualizing Treatment for Autistic Spectrum Disorders.

Siegel, Bryna

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ERIC Number: EJ599218

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Publication Date: 1999

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Autistic Learning Disabilities and Individualizing Treatment for Autistic Spectrum Disorders.

Siegel, Bryna

Infants and Young Children, v12 n2 p27-36 Oct 1999

This article evaluates three early intervention approaches--applied behavior analysis, TEAACH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children), a structured classroom-based program, and relationship therapy/"floor time"--to identify which aspects of each approach complement individual learning styles and developmental status. (DB)

Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Modification, Child Development, Cognitive Style, Communication Disorders, Developmental Stages, Early Childhood Education, Early Intervention, Program Evaluation, Therapy

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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