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Peer reviewedMcHale, Susan M.; And Others – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1980
The development status of the communicatory behavior of 11 autistic children (4 to 9 years old) was assessed during free play sessions under two conditions: when teachers were present to direct the children's behavior and when teachers were absent and the children played among themselves. (Author)
Descriptors: Autism, Children, Cognitive Development, Communication Skills
Peer reviewedWimpory, Dawn; And Others – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1995
This case study reports the effects of musical interaction therapy (MIT) on the social and symbolic development of a young autistic girl. MIT fosters interpersonal contact and joint attention by synchronizing live music to adult-child interactions. Results offer preliminary evidence that MIT facilitates playful joint action formats that generalize…
Descriptors: Autism, Case Studies, Followup Studies, Interaction
