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Examining Phenotypic Differences in Gaze Avoidance between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Fragile X Syndrome
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Wilkinson, Ellen H.; Britton, Tobias C.; Hall, Scott S. – American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2022
We examined potential phenotypic differences in eye gaze avoidance exhibited by boys with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and boys with fragile X syndrome (FXS). In Study 1, the Eye Contact Avoidance Scale (ECAS) was administered to caregivers of boys aged 7-18 years with FXS (n = 148), ASD (n = 168), and mixed developmental disabilities (MDD; n =…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Genetic Disorders, Eye Movements, Males
Using a Functional Analysis Followed by Differential Reinforcement and Extinction to Reduce Challenging Behaviors in Children with Smith-Magenis Syndrome
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Hodnett, Jennifer; Scheithauer, Mindy; Call, Nathan A.; Mevers, Joanne Lomas; Miller, Sarah J. – American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2018
Smith-Magenis syndrome (SMS) is a genetic disorder, commonly caused by a 17p11.2 deletion, affecting the Retinoic Acid Induced 1 gene. It affects approximately 1 in 25,000 individuals, with over 90% engaging in challenging behaviors. Function-based treatments, using the principles of applied behavior analysis, have consistently been shown to…
Descriptors: Functional Behavioral Assessment, Behavior Problems, Genetic Disorders, Developmental Delays
The PRETEND Program: Evaluating the Feasibility of a Remote Parent-Training Intervention for Children with Prader-Willi Syndrome
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Zyga, Olena; Russ, Sandra W.; Dimitropoulos, Anastasia – American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2018
Research has shown that children with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) have social-cognitive challenges and decreased quality parent-child interactions. However, given the low prevalence rate, developing interventions for children with PWS is faced with the significant challenge of enrolling enough participants for local studies. To better understand…
Descriptors: Genetic Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Interpersonal Competence, Parent Child Relationship
Parenting Young Children with and without Fragile X Syndrome
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Sterling, Audra; Barnum, Leah; Skinner, Debra; Warren, Steven F.; Fleming, Kandace – American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2012
The purpose of this study was to examine maternal parenting styles across age-matched siblings using a within-family design, in which one child has Fragile X syndrome. Thirteen families participated; children were aged 16 to 71 months. Mothers completed several videotaped activities with each child separately as well as an interview. Mothers used…
Descriptors: Siblings, Mothers, Parenting Styles, Child Rearing
Behavioral Intervention for Problem Behavior in Children with Fragile X Syndrome
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Moskowitz, Lauren J.; Carr, Edward G.; Durand, V. Mark – American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2011
Parents and professionals typically report problem behavior as a significant concern for children with fragile X syndrome. In the present study, the authors explored whether behaviorally based interventions would result in a reduction in problem behavior and an improvement in quality of life for 3 children with fragile X syndrome and their…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Intervention, Child Behavior, Behavior Problems