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Anderson, Cynthia M.; Iovannone, Rose; Smith, Tristram; Levato, Lynne; Martin, Ryan; Cavanaugh, Brenna; Hochheimer, Sam; Wang, Hongyue; Iadarola, Suzannah – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2021
To date there are no evidence-based comprehensive interventions for use in school settings. There are numerous barriers to delivery of high-quality interventions in schools that have limited the transfer of research-based interventions to school settings. "Modular Approach to Autism Programing for Schools (MAAPS)" is a framework for…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Evidence Based Practice
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Dai, Yael G.; Thomas, Rebecca P.; Brennan, Lynn; Helt, Molly S.; Barton, Marianne L.; Dumont-Mathieu, Thyde; Fein, Deborah A. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2021
Early intervention with parent participation is important for facilitating skill development in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). However, many barriers delay or prohibit families from accessing care. We describe the development and acceptability of a novel, comprehensive, self-directed online program for caregivers of children with…
Descriptors: Early Intervention, Caregivers, Children, Autism
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Iskrov, Georgi; Vasilev, Georgi; Mitev, Martin; Nikolova, Ralitsa; Stoykova, Mariya; Stefanov, Rumen – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2021
The aims of this study were to describe the practice patterns for early screening and evaluation for ASD diagnosis in Bulgaria, as well as to identify potential barriers and facilitators in this process. We surveyed a sample of pediatricians and pediatric psychiatrists to analyze the use of standardized instruments, application of biomarkers,…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Foreign Countries, Screening Tests
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Alakhzami, Maryam; Huang, Ann – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2023
This paper offers an overview of the current status of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and developmental disorders (DD) in Oman. A review of demographic and background information about Oman is first presented, followed by an overview of the current status of individuals with autism and developmental disorders, in terms of…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Legislation
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de Verdier, Kim; Fernell, Elisabeth; Ek, Ulla – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2018
The prevalence of autism in children with blindness is much higher than in the general population. There are many challenges regarding the school situation for children with this complex dual disability. This study explored challenges and successful strategies in school for a sample of six Swedish children with blindness and autism, with and…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Blindness
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Shepherd, Daniel; Csako, Rita; Landon, Jason; Goedeke, Sonja; Ty, Kelly – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2018
Understanding why parents choose some interventions but not others for their child with autism is important for a number of reasons. Estimating the proportion of evidence-based interventions engaged, identifying the agencies influencing parental decisions, and elucidating the barriers or reasons leading to intervention rejection or discontinuation…
Descriptors: Intervention, Parent Attitudes, Barriers, Autism