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Schladant, Michelle; Dowling, Monica – Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2020
Many children with fragile X syndrome (FXS) have complex communication needs and may benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). This qualitative study explored how four mother--child dyads used AAC in the home. Data were collected using participant observations, open-ended interviews, and record reviews, and analyzed using…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Genetic Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Children
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Vanderkerken, Lien; Heyvaert, Mieke; Onghena, Patrick; Maes, Bea – Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: The realization of the family-centered approach (FCA) in home-based support (HBS) for families with children with an intellectual disability (ID) in Flanders was investigated, and parents' and family workers' perspectives were compared. The relation between parents' educational level, the family worker's education, and his/her…
Descriptors: Children, Intellectual Disability, Family Involvement, Parent Background
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Walz, Amber; Wang, Mian; Bianchini, Julie – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2019
Introduction: Literature suggests that although behavioral therapy is an effective means of intervention for children with disabilities, family participation in these programs is often lacking. Several barriers exist to meaningful parent education and parent-professional partnerships, which can lead to lower quality outcomes for both the…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Parent Education, Intervention, Positive Behavior Supports