Keeping Facilitated Communication in Perspective.

Simon, Elliott W.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ513481

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Publication Date: 1995

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Keeping Facilitated Communication in Perspective.

Simon, Elliott W.; And Others

Mental Retardation, v33 n5 p338-39 Oct 1995

The controversy regarding the use of facilitated communication with individuals having developmental disabilities is addressed, and an oversight procedure for the use of this methodology is recommended, which includes informed consent from all involved, the inclusion of a validation protocol, and the inclusion of other potential means of communication. (DB)

Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Communication Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Intervention, Research Methodology, Validity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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