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	<title> &#187; Educational Treatments</title>
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		<title>Pivotal Response Training</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/pivotal-response-training/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 02:47:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Pivotal Response Training]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Treatments]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ABA]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Applied Behavior Analysis]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[autism treatment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[PRT]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Pivotal Response Training (PRT) is a behavioral treatment based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. This method of teaching was developed by Robert L. Koegel &#038; Laura Schreibman at UC Santa Barbara. This is a naturalistic teaching method which focuses on two main skills which they theorize are &#8220;pivotal&#8221; to all other learning and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Different types of reinforcement and punishment</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/different-types-of-reinforcement-and-punishment/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/different-types-of-reinforcement-and-punishment/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 02:34:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Applied Behavior Analysis]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[negative]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[positive]]></category>
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In applied behavior analysis we use a lot of different terminology when talking about behaviors. At times I like to go back and review the meaning of different terms to make sure that every one is being consistent in the way they are referring to the terms. Today I&#8217;m going to review the terms positive [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) for Autism</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/relationship-development-intervention-rdi-for-autism/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/relationship-development-intervention-rdi-for-autism/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[autism treatment options]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gestures]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[non-verbal communication]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[RDI for autism]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[relationship development intervention]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) is a family &#8211; based intervention program for children with autism created by Dr. Steven Gutstein. The basis of this intervention is helping children develop dynamic intelligence skills and motivation. The skills focused on are different than social skills and include development of skills such as &#8220;flexible thinking, pragmatic communication, creative [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Shoebox Tasks &#8211; Based on TEACCH Methodology</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/shoebox-tasks-based-on-teacch-methodology/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/shoebox-tasks-based-on-teacch-methodology/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:09:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[autism special education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[independent skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[TEACCH]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[teaching independence]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[teaching students with autism]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[ShoeBox Tasks were created by Ron Larsen while he was working as an autism therapist using the TEACCH method. The TEACCH method of teaching children with autism focuses on fostering independent work skills by structuring the environment, schedules and tasks in such a way to make them highly visual and closed-ended to ensure high rates [...]]]></description>
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		<title>TEACCH Method of Teaching</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/teacch/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/teacch/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:55:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[autism]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[autism treatment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[classroom instruction]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[TEACCH]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[teaching independence]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[TEACCH (Training and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children) is a special education program that is tailored to the autistic child&#8217;s individual needs based on general guidelines. It dates back to the 1960&#8217;s when doctors Eric Schopler, R.J. Reichler and Ms Margaret Lansing were working with children with autism and constructed a means [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The importance of play</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/the-importance-of-play/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/the-importance-of-play/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Relationship Development Intervention]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[autism therapy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[building relationships]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[children with autism]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[importance of play]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://autism-community.com/?p=75</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[One thing that I see overly much is the over-programming of kids with autism which leads to the loss of natural opportunities. What I mean by &#8220;over-programming&#8221; is that their daily lives are over scheduled with ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc. This is by no means to indicate that therapy is not important, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Alternate Forms of Communication</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/alternate-forms-of-communication/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/alternate-forms-of-communication/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 02:55:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[PECS]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[picture exchange]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[sign language]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[VOCA]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Alternate forms of communication include:


Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)

Voice Output Communication Aide (VOCA)

American Sign Language (ASL)

See-Sign


Related TopicsCommunicationPicture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS)Speech TherapyCommunication &#8211; A Teacher Seeking HelpASD and Physical Disabilities &#8211; A question from a parent]]></description>
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		<title>Verbal Behavior Intervention</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/verbal-behavior-intervention/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/verbal-behavior-intervention/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:56:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://autism-community.com/?p=24</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Verbal Behavior Intervention is often seen as an adjunct to Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). Though both are based on theories developed by Skinner there are differences in concept. In the late 1950s and early 60&#8217;s when Dr. Ivar Lovaas was developing his ABA principles, Skinner published Verbal Behavior which detailed a functional analysis of language. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Speech Therapy</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/speech-therapy/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/speech-therapy/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:55:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://autism-community.com/?p=22</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The communications problems of autistic children vary to some degree and may depend on the intellectual and social development of the individual. Some may be completely unable to speak whereas others have well-developed vocabularies and can speak at length on topics that interest them. Any attempt at therapy must begin with an individual assessment of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/relationship-development-intervention-rdi/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/relationship-development-intervention-rdi/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:52:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://autism-community.com/?p=20</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Based on the work of psychologist Steven Gutstein , Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) focuses on improving the long term quality of life for all individuals on the spectrum. The RDI program is a parent- based treatment that focuses on the core problems of gaining friendships , feeling empathy , expressing love [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS)</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/picture-exchange-communication-systems-pecs/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/picture-exchange-communication-systems-pecs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:50:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[PECS is a type of augmentative and alternative communication technique where individuals with little or no verbal ability learn to communicate using picture cards. Children use these pictures to “vocalize” a desire, observation, or feeling. These pictures can be purchased in a manualized book, or they can be made at home using images from newspapers, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Occupational Therapy</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/occupational-therapy/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/occupational-therapy/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:38:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://autism-community.com/?p=17</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Occupational Therapy can benefit a person with autism by attempting to improve the quality of life for the individual. The aim is to maintain, improve, or introduce skills that allow an individual to participate as independently as possible in meaningful life activities. Coping skills, fine motor skills, play skills, self help skills, and socialization are [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Floortime</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/floortime/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/floortime/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:37:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://autism-community.com/?p=15</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Developed by child psychiatrist Stanley Greenspan, Floortime is a treatment method and a philosophy for interacting with autistic children. It is based on the premise that the child can increase and build a larger circle of interaction with an adult who meets the child at his current developmental level and who builds on the child&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/applied-behavior-analysis-aba/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/applied-behavior-analysis-aba/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:36:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Behavior analysis is a natural science of behavior that was originally described by B.F. Skinner in the 1930&#8217;s. The principles and methods of behavior analysis have been applied effectively in many arenas. For example, methods that use the principle of positive reinforcement to strengthen a behavior by arranging for it to be followed by something [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Many Different Treatment Options&#8230;</title>
		<link>http://www.autism-community.com/many-different-treatment-options/</link>
		<comments>http://www.autism-community.com/many-different-treatment-options/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:35:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abby</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Educational Treatments]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://autism-community.com/?p=13</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There is no single treatment protocol for all children with autism, but most individuals respond best to highly structured behavioral programs. The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development lists Applied Behavior Analysis among the recommended treatment methods for autism spectrum disorders. Some of the most common interventions are Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Floortime [...]]]></description>
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