Research summaries for autism therapy: communication

definition of communication: Communication is letting another person know what you are thinking or feeling. Communication can be verbal, written, and/or movement, such as sign-language. It is important for parents to learn to communicate with their child with autism and to encourage their child to communicate. Good communication skills may increase speech, social interaction, lower frustration and anger, and help limit bad behavior.
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Acquisition and Generalization of Activity Schedules and Their Effects on Task Engagement in a Young Child with Autism in an Inclusive Pre-School Classroom, Summarized Sep 23, 2006

This case study provides a detailed example of the effective use of visual schedules for young children in a classroom setting.

Visual schedules are used for children with autism in order to facilitate processing of information. Research has shown that visual cues can be a form of communication that leads to independence in school, home, and community settings. This case study describes the use of a visual schedule with a 4-year old boy diagnosed with autism. The authors found that the boy was able to successfully acquire the skills required to independently use the visual schedule. In addition, upon completion of the study, he displayed more frequent attempts at social interaction and spontaneous communication.
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Speech-Language Pathologists' Roles in the Delivery of Positive Behavior Support for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Summarized Sep 21, 2006

This paper provides a detailed summary of visual schedule research published before 2004.... Incorporation of visual schedules should result in improved functional communication and improved quality of life for the child.... Read more...

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Synonyms for communication include: commicate, commication, communicate, communication adaptation, communication board, communication boards, communication method, communication partner, communication skills, communications
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