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Peer reviewedMirenda, Pat; Schuler, Adriana L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1988
The article reviews issues related to the cognitive styles, processing modes, and learning strengths and weaknesses that should be considered when selecting augmentative and alternative communication techniques for persons with autism. Stressed is the need to change communication techniques to accommodate the expanding needs and capabilities of…
Descriptors: Autism, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Communication Disorders
Peer reviewedOgletree, Billy T.; Harn, William E. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2001
This introductory article to a special issue on the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for persons with autism briefly reviews the history of AAC with this population, summarizes issues identified in the following articles, and notes questions that remain unanswered. (Contains references.) (DB)
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Communication Disorders
Peer reviewedDonnellan, Anne M.; And Others – Topics in Language Disorders, 1992
This paper discusses issues and research questions about facilitated communication that emerge from examining separately its components of physical touch and the written word. It describes the experiences of two adolescents (diagnosed as autistic and severely retarded) with facilitated communication, the role of touch as a teaching method, and the…
Descriptors: Autism, Communication Disorders, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communication
Peer reviewedLord, Catherine – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2000
This article outlines five achievements of the last 20 years that have had or have the potential for a significant effect on the communication of individuals with autism, including greater understanding of the development of language and nonverbal communication in individuals with autism. Suggestions for future research are offered. (Contains…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Adults, Autism, Children
Peer reviewedTager-Flusberg, Helen – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1996
This paper discusses language and communication deficits observed in autism within the framework of the "theory of mind" hypothesis, which posits that autistic individuals have profound difficulty interpreting a person's actions within a mentalistic framework. Placing language and communicative deficits within a theory of mind framework…
Descriptors: Autism, Biological Influences, Cognitive Processes, Communication (Thought Transfer)
Peer reviewedPrizant, Barry M. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1996
Research on the communication, language, social, and emotional development of people with autism is reviewed, concerning individuals who either are nonspeaking/limited speaking or use speech as their primary mode of linguistic communication. Research needs for longitudinal studies, investigation of early developmental patterns, and subgroup…
Descriptors: Autism, Child Development, Communication Disorders, Communication Skills
