An Assessment Approach to Abuse Allegations Made through Facilitated Communication.

Howlin, Patricia; Jones, David P. H.

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ERIC Number: EJ517949

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Publication Date: 1996

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An Assessment Approach to Abuse Allegations Made through Facilitated Communication.

Howlin, Patricia; Jones, David P. H.

Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, v20 n2 p103-10 Feb 1996

This paper offers guidelines for professionals to follow in cases of sexual abuse accusations made by individuals with disabilities through the medium of facilitated communication. A case study of such accusations made by a child with autism illustrates application of the guidelines. (DB)

Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Case Studies, Child Abuse, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Disabilities, Disclosure, Investigations, Validity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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