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Diagnostic Evaluations of Autism Spectrum Disorder during the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Jang, Jina; White, Stormi Pulver; Esler, Amy N.; Kim, So Hyun; Klaiman, Cheryl; Megerian, Jonathan T.; Morse, Amy; Nadler, Cy; Kanne, Stephen M. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2022
A global pandemic has significantly impacted the ability to conduct diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In the wake of the coronavirus, autism centers and providers quickly needed to implement innovative diagnostic processes to adapt in order to continue serve patient needs while minimizing the spread of the virus. The…
Descriptors: COVID-19, Pandemics, Psychological Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests
"The PIT Experience": A Young Adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder's Opinion of How a Wellness Program Changed Her Life
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Spratt, Eve; Norton, Jessa; Papa, Carrie; Newton, Janis; McDonald, Conner; Mercer, Mary Ashley; Serpe, Ali; Blackmon, Lee; Felty, Katrina; Carpenter, Laura – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2019
Piece it Together (PIT) is a comprehensive wellness program designed for transitional age youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and mild neurodevelopmental disabilities that focuses on exercise, nutrition, socialization, and stress-reduction. The PIT Summer Program is a 6-week program, consisting of 90-min classes, twice a week. Each class…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Wellness, Exercise
Development and Validation of the Ability in Behavior Assessment and Interventions for Teachers Using Delphi Technique and Rasch Analysis
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Dutt, Anuradha; Tan, Marilyn; Alagumalai, Sivakumar; Nair, Rahul – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2019
Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and behavior interventions have been effective in the management of challenging behavior among children with developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders. Research suggests the need for valid measurement instruments for verifying, calibrating and scoring competence in FBA and behavior…
Descriptors: Program Development, Program Validation, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Intervention
The Social Living Complex: A New, All Day, Yearlong Intervention Model for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Parents
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Doenyas, Ceymi – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2016
We propose an unprecedented intervention for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their parents: the social living complex. Unlike existing social skills interventions, peer-mediated interventions here are not limited to the school/experiment duration and setting. Whereas other supported living services house adults with ASD only,…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Models
Disseminating Information on Evidence-Based Practices for Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder: AFIRM
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Sam, Ann M.; Cox, Ann W.; Savage, Melissa N.; Waters, Victoria; Odom, Samuel L. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
Comprehensive reviews of the research literature have identified that focused intervention practices for children and youth with autism spectrum disorder have evidence of producing positive developmental and learning outcomes. The Autism Focused Intervention Resources and Modules (AFIRM) project has translated evidence-based practices identified…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Evidence Based Practice
Development and Evaluation of Educational Materials for Pre-Hospital and Emergency Department Personnel on the Care of Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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McGonigle, John J.; Migyanka, Joann M.; Glor-Scheib, Susan J.; Cramer, Ryan; Fratangeli, Jeffrey J.; Hegde, Gajanan G.; Shang, Jennifer; Venkat, Arvind – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2014
With the rising prevalence of patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there has been an increase in the acute presentation of these individuals to the general health care system. Emergency medical services and emergency department personnel commonly address the health care needs of patients with ASD at times of crisis. Unfortunately, there…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Emergency Medical Technicians, Emergency Programs
Brief Report: New Legislation Supports Students with Intellectual Disabilities in Post-Secondary Funding
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VanBergeijk, Ernst O.; Cavanagh, Paul Kevin – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2012
With the passage of the Higher Education Opportunities Act (HEOA) of 2008, students with intellectual disabilities who are enrolled in a federally approved Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary Program on a college campus will be eligible for some forms of federal student financial aid. This Brief Report discusses the forms of aid available,…
Descriptors: Student Financial Aid, Mental Retardation, Postsecondary Education, Eligibility
The International Collaboration for Autism Registry Epidemiology (iCARE): Multinational Registry-Based Investigations of Autism Risk Factors and Trends
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Schendel, Diana E.; Bresnahan, Michaeline; Carter, Kim W.; Francis, Richard W.; Gissler, Mika; Grønborg, Therese K.; Gross, Raz; Gunnes, Nina; Hornig, Mady; Hultman, Christina M.; Langridge, Amanda; Lauritsen, Marlene B.; Leonard, Helen; Parner, Erik T.; Reichenberg, Abraham; Sandin, Sven; Sourander, Andre; Stoltenberg, Camilla; Suominen, Auli; Surén, Pål; Susser, Ezra – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2013
The International Collaboration for Autism Registry Epidemiology (iCARE) is the first multinational research consortium (Australia, Denmark, Finland, Israel, Norway, Sweden, USA) to promote research in autism geographical and temporal heterogeneity, phenotype, family and life course patterns, and etiology. iCARE devised solutions to challenges in…
Descriptors: Autism, Epidemiology, International Cooperation, Consortia
Overview of Meta-Analyses on Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Reichow, Brian – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2012
This paper presents an overview of 5 meta-analyses of early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) for young children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) published in 2009 and 2010. There were many differences between meta-analyses, leading to different estimates of effect and overall conclusions. The weighted mean effect sizes across…
Descriptors: Intervention, Autism, Young Children, Adjustment (to Environment)
Group Intervention to Promote Social Skills in School-Age Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Reconsidering Efficacy
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Koenig, Kathleen; De Los Reyes, Andres; Cicchetti, Domenic; Scahill, Lawrence; Klin, Ami – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2009
A consistent result in the evaluation of group-delivered intervention to promote social reciprocity in children with PDDs is that outcome data are inconclusive. Lack of robust evidence of efficacy confounds understanding of these interventions and their value to the field. It is conceivable that the construct of impaired social reciprocity in PDD…
Descriptors: Intervention, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Interpersonal Competence, Group Activities
Brief Report: A Life-Span Perspective on the Development of Individuals with Autism.
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Schroeder, Stephen R.; And Others – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1996
This discussion of planning for individuals with autism using a life-span perspective considers stages and transitions across life, noting the special difficulty these individuals have with transitions; changing perspectives on disability in the United States; and characteristics of comprehensive life-span programs (sophisticated diagnoses, strong…
Descriptors: Attitudes toward Disabilities, Autism, Developmental Stages, Long Range Planning
Group Homes in North Carolina for Children and Adults with Autism.
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Wall, Jack A. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1990
The 11 North Carolina group homes serving persons with autism are described. Discussed are such aspects as cost effectiveness, staff selection and training, level of structure and programing, composition of the client group, adherence to a central philosophy, and the role of administration. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Autism, Cost Effectiveness, Group Homes, Program Development
Community-Based Services for Children and Adults with Autism: The Eden Family of Programs.
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Holmes, David L. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1990
The article describes the Eden Family of Programs (New Jersey) for persons with autism which range from temporary summer respite care services to full-time group homes. Noted are the program's history, participants, staff, schedules, programs, normalization, human rights, administration, and trustees. (DB)
Descriptors: Autism, Group Homes, Normalization (Handicapped), Residential Programs
Benhaven's Residential Program.
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Simonson, Linda Rumanoff; And Others – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1990
The article describes Benhaven, a residential program of group homes in Connecticut, which provides intensive programing for autistic and neurologically impaired children. Examined are the program's administration and management, treatment services, support services, and family and community involvement. (DB)
Descriptors: Autism, Community Programs, Family Role, Group Homes
Designing Research Studies on Psychosocial Interventions in Autism
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Smith, Tristram; Scahill, Lawrence; Dawson, Geraldine; Guthrie, Donald; Lord, Catherine; Odom, Samuel; Rogers, Sally; Wagner, Ann – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2007
To address methodological challenges in research on psychosocial interventions for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a model was developed for systematically validating and disseminating interventions in a sequence of steps. First, initial efficacy studies are conducted to establish interventions as promising. Next, promising interventions are…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Research Methodology, Autism, Intervention
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