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A Pilot Study of Parent Training in Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Disruptive Behavior

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Title: A Pilot Study of Parent Training in Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Disruptive Behavior
Language: English
Authors: Bearss, Karen, Johnson, Cynthia, Handen, Benjamin, Smith, Tristram, Scahill, Lawrence
Source: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Apr 2013 43(4):829-840.
Availability: Springer. 233 Spring Street, New York, NY 10013. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-348-4505; e-mail: service-ny@springer.com; Web site: http://www.springerlink.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2013
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Parents, Autism, Young Children, Parent Education, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Behavior Disorders, Program Effectiveness, Intervention, Parent Attitudes, Attendance, Behavior Modification, Check Lists
Assessment and Survey Identifiers: Aberrant Behavior Checklist
DOI: 10.1007/s10803-012-1624-7
ISSN: 0162-3257
Abstract: Guidance on effective interventions for disruptive behavior in young children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) is limited. We present feasibility and initial efficacy data on a structured parent training program for 16 children (ages 3-6) with ASD and disruptive behavior. The 6-month intervention included 11 Core and up to 2 Optional sessions. The program was acceptable to parents as evidenced by an attendance rate of 84% for Core sessions. Fourteen of 16 families completed the treatment. An independent clinician rated 14 of 16 subjects as much improved or very much improved at Week 24. Using last observation carried forward, the parent-rated Aberrant Behavior Checklist-Irritability subscale decreased 54% from 16.00 (SD = 9.21) to 7.38 (SD = 6.15).
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 61
Entry Date: 2013
Accession Number: EJ999894
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Guidance on effective interventions for disruptive behavior in young children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) is limited. We present feasibility and initial efficacy data on a structured parent training program for 16 children (ages 3-6) with ASD and disruptive behavior. The 6-month intervention included 11 Core and up to 2 Optional sessions. The program was acceptable to parents as evidenced by an attendance rate of 84% for Core sessions. Fourteen of 16 families completed the treatment. An independent clinician rated 14 of 16 subjects as much improved or very much improved at Week 24. Using last observation carried forward, the parent-rated Aberrant Behavior Checklist-Irritability subscale decreased 54% from 16.00 (SD = 9.21) to 7.38 (SD = 6.15).
ISSN:0162-3257
DOI:10.1007/s10803-012-1624-7