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Newman, David W.; Summerhill, Lisa; Mosley, Ellis; Tooth, Claire – British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2003
This article examines the case of a male with Down syndrome who has been referred to a clinical psychology service due to challenging behaviors. It provides a case history and rationale for the assessment of autism, and describes the positive effects of an intervention for increasing staff awareness of autism. (Contains references.) (CR)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adults, Autism, Behavior Disorders
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Dickinson, Janet; Miller, Mandy – Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties, 2002
A British residential school for children with emotional and behavioral difficulties set up a class for those children presenting with complex learning needs, including autism, within the school. The special class was observed over a number of weeks and the boys especially benefited tremendously in their social/emotional development and learning.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Elementary Secondary Education
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Connor, Michael – Educational Psychology in Practice, 2003
This article reviews relevant literature and methodological issues concerning home-based intensive behavioural programmes (Lovaas). It describes, via an examination of case work, the dilemmas presented when a local education authority is asked to fund programmes. Suggestions for review procedures are offered.
Descriptors: Autism, Literature Reviews, Case Studies, Program Descriptions
Ellis, Mickie – 1990
The manual is intended to provide preschool educators who work with exceptional children with both theoretical background and practical guidance in teaching children with attentional deficit disorders, oppositional disorders, conduct disorders, autism, developmental learning disorders, childhood depression, borderline personality disorders, and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Child Development
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Howlin, Patricia – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2000
Review of the research about outcomes in adult life for more able individuals within the autistic spectrum focuses on cognitive, linguistic, academic, and adaptive functioning; educational and employment history; independence and social relationships; and behavioral and psychiatric problems. The stability of IQ and other measures over time, and…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adults, Asperger Syndrome, Autism
Bilmes, Jenna; Welker, Tara – Redleaf Press, 2006
Promote the mental health of preschool children in care by providing nurturing environments and relationships. Common Psychological Disorders in Young Children is an easy-to-use guide that will help providers recognize and cope with the symptoms and behaviors associated with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and other disorders providers may face. Learn to…
Descriptors: Child Psychology, Schizophrenia, Preschool Children, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Hulgin, Kathleen M. – 1996
This report describes the experiences of one California nonprofit agency which evolved, in less than 3 years, from supporting 65 people with autism and other challenging behaviors in 13 group homes to supporting 57 people who live in their own homes. The report describes the program's initial focus on providing integrated services in the group…
Descriptors: Attendants, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Case Studies
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (DHHS/PHS), Rockville, MD. Center for Mental Health Services. – 1996
This factsheet describes the different mental, emotional, and behavior problems that can occur during childhood and adolescence. The incidence and symptoms of the following disorders are discussed: (1) anxiety disorders (including phobia, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder);…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Agency Cooperation, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders
Lucyshyn, Joseph M.; And Others – Journal of the Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps, 1995
This quantitative and qualitative case study describes 30 months in the life of a young woman with autism and a history of life-threatening self-injurious behaviors (SIB) who moved from a large public institution into the community. Decreased frequency of problem behaviors was documented. The importance of multicomponent positive intervention…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adjustment (to Environment), Adults, Autism
Janney, Rachel – 1989
The case study is designed to be used with the inservice training program developed by the Child-Centered Inservice Training and Technical Assistance Network (Syracuse, New York), which provides services to professional and paraprofessional personnel working with students with severe disabilities receiving their education in regular education…
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Change, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification
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Bauer, Anne M.; Sapona, Regina H. – Behavioral Disorders, 1988
Current approaches to instruction of students with autism and severe behavioral disorders are reviewed, specifically the behavioral framework and the community adaptation framework. In contrast to such approaches, which overemphasize teacher control over student behavior, a facilitative approach to enhancing students' communicative competence is…
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Disorders, Behaviorism, Communication Skills
Monteiro, Marilyn J.; And Others – Pointer, 1987
A systems approach to educating autistic students which is employed as a working model in Dallas (Texas) incorporates individual needs within the context of the family and educational environments. Early childhood, elementary, and secondary issues are delineated in the three major areas of communication, socialization, and independent functioning.…
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Disorders, Communication Skills, Daily Living Skills
Swift, Carol – Diagnostique, 1999
This article describes the Gillian Autism Rating Scale, an interview-based instrument designed to identify individuals ages 3-22 who are autistic and to assess persons referred for serious behavior problems. The test accesses stereotyped behaviors, communication, social interaction, and developmental disturbances. Its administration,…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Rating Scales
Craver, James M., Ed.; Burton-Radzely, Lisa, Ed. – 1998
This monograph describes how special educators in seven schools are using technology to promote literacy. Profiles of the different schools provide concrete examples of technology use in different instructional settings and demonstrate how various educational philosophies and implementation efforts help schools build successful technology-based…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Autism, Behavior Disorders
Binkard, Betty; And Others – 1987
This booklet presents excerpts from interviews with siblings (ages 10-28) of persons with a range of handicaps, including Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities, deafness, autism, seizure disorder, genetic disorders, and mental retardation. It is arranged in order from the youngest person interviewed and continues through…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescents, Autism, Behavior Disorders
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