Social Validity of Pivotal Response Treatment for Young Autistic Children: Perspectives of Autistic Adults
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| Title: | Social Validity of Pivotal Response Treatment for Young Autistic Children: Perspectives of Autistic Adults |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Rachel K. Schuck (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2024 54(2):423-441. |
| Availability: | Springer. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail: customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: https://link.springer.com/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 19 |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Autism Spectrum Disorders, Young Children, Intervention, Validity, Behavior Modification, Outcomes of Treatment, Adults |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s10803-022-05808-4 |
| ISSN: | 0162-3257 1573-3432 |
| Abstract: | The social validity of autism behavioral intervention has been questioned. Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs) attempt to address some concerns, but it is unclear whether autistic people consider NDBIs socially valid. Social validity of an NDBI, Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), was investigated through autistic adults commenting on videos of autistic children receiving PRT. Qualitative coding of responses generated three themes: respect for individuals; assessment of intervention implementation; and socioemotional considerations. Although video brevity limits the scope of the present study's conclusions, participants highlighted PRT components that appeared socially valid (e.g., reinforcing attempts, following the child's lead) and aspects appearing invalid (e.g., overemphasis on spoken language). Therefore, adjustments appear necessary for PRT to be fully acceptable to the autistic community. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2024 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1409397 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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