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Comparing Paired-Stimulus Preference Assessments with In-the-Moment Reinforcer Analysis on Skill Acquisition: A Preliminary Investigation
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Leaf, Justin B.; Leaf, Ronald; Leaf, Jeremy A.; Alcalay, Aditt; Ravid, Daniel; Dale, Stephanie; Kassardjian, Alyne; Tsuji, Kathleen; Taubman, Mitchell; McEachin, John; Oppenheim-Leaf, Misty L. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2018
Today, the use of formal preference assessments, including paired-stimulus preference assessments, is widely utilized to help determine which items to use as reinforcers during intervention. A second way to determine potential reinforcers is to analyze multiple dimensions of a stimulus in the moment, a procedure known as in-the-moment reinforcer…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Preferences, Reinforcement, Stimuli
Early Numerical Competencies in 4- and 5-Year-Old Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Titeca, Daisy; Roeyers, Herbert; Desoete, Annemie – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2017
Studies comparing mathematical abilities of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and typically developing children are hitherto scarce, inconclusive, and mainly focusing on elementary school children or adolescents. The present study wants to gain insight into the foundation of mathematics by looking at preschool performances. Five early…
Descriptors: Preschool Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Numeracy
Sensory-Motor Rehabilitation in Rett Syndrome: A Case Report
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Pizzamiglio, Maria Rosa; Nasti, Marianna; Piccardi, Laura; Zotti, Antonella; Vitturini, Claudio; Spitoni, Grazia; Nanni, Maria Vittoria; Guariglia, Cecilia; Morelli, Daniela – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2008
Rett syndrome (RS) is a severe neurodevelopmental disorder that mostly affects females. It is characterized by a regression of motor, cognitive, linguistic, and social abilities and by an inappropriate and stereotypical use of the hands. The purpose of the current study was to explore the possibility of rehabilitating purposeful use of the hands…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Rehabilitation, Sensory Experience, Sensory Training
Asperger Syndrome: An Overview of Characteristics.
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Myles, Brenda Smith; Simpson, Richard L. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2002
This article describes characteristics of Asperger syndrome (AS) and the syndrome's impact in the home, school, and community. Social, behavioral and emotional, cognitive, academic, sensory, and motor characteristics of students with AS are reviewed. The restricted range of interests students with AS have is discussed. (Contains references.)…
Descriptors: Asperger Syndrome, Behavior Problems, Cognitive Development, Disability Identification
Taking One Step Ahead and Opening the World for Our Son.
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Jamnia, Ali – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2001
Written by a father of a child with autism, this article discusses the child's symptoms, the diagnosis of autism, and the child's behavior problems. It describes the use of different types of computer software that has enabled the child to experience a series of cognitive jumps. (CR)
Descriptors: Autism, Cognitive Development, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
An Update on Neurocognitive Profiles in Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism.
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Meyer, Jessica A.; Minshew, Nancy J. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2002
An overview is provided of the similarities and distinctions between individuals with autism and those with Asperger syndrome (AS). The cognitive and neurocognitive profiles underlying deficits characteristic of autism spectrum disorders are reviewed and particular emphasis is placed on comparisons of high-functioning autism to AS on the basis of…
Descriptors: Asperger Syndrome, Autism, Classification, Clinical Diagnosis
Asperger Syndrome and Academic Achievement.
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Griswold, Deborah E.; Barnhill, Gena P.; Myles, Brenda Smith; Hagiwara, Taku; Simpson, Richard L. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2002
A study focused on identifying the academic characteristics of 21 children and youth who have Asperger syndrome. Students had an extraordinary range of academic achievement scores, extending from significantly above average to far below grade level. Lowest achievement scores were shown for numerical operations, listening comprehension, and written…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Academic Achievement, Asperger Syndrome, Cognitive Development