An Approach for Enhancing the Symbolic, Communicative, and Interpersonal Functioning of Young Children with Autism or Severe Emotional Handicaps.

Rogers, Sally J.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ335957

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Publication Date: 1986

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An Approach for Enhancing the Symbolic, Communicative, and Interpersonal Functioning of Young Children with Autism or Severe Emotional Handicaps.

Rogers, Sally J.; And Others

Journal of the Division for Early Childhood, v10 n2 p135-45 1986

An intervention approach emphasizing development of symbolic thought, communication, and interpersonal relationships was implemented with 26 children (ages 2-6) with pervasive developmental disorder, or severe emotional handicaps. Ss demonstrated significant changes in several targeted developmental areas, including cognition, perceptual/fine motor, social/emotional, and language skills. (Author/CL)

Descriptors: Autism, Communication Skills, Developmental Disabilities, Emotional Disturbances, Interpersonal Competence, Intervention, Play, Symbolic Learning

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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