Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ667948
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2003
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Effects of a Model Treatment Approach on Adults with Autism.
Van Bourgondien, Mary E.; Reichle, Nancy C.; Schopler, Eric
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v33 n2 p131-40 Apr 2003
A study evaluated the effectiveness of a residential program, based on the TEACCH model, in improving the program quality and adaptation of 32 adolescents and adults with autism and severe disabilities. Participants experienced an increase in structure and individualized programming in several areas, and the families were significantly more satisfied. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adolescents, Adult Education, Adults, Autism, Behavior Modification, Individualized Programs, Interpersonal Communication, Outcomes of Treatment, Psychoeducational Methods, Residential Institutions, Residential Programs, Secondary Education, Severe Disabilities, Socialization, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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