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'Going Mobile'-Increasing the Reach of Parent-Mediated Intervention for Toddlers with ASD via Group-Based and Virtual Delivery
- Source :
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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders . Dec 2022 52(12):5207-5220. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- Evidence supports early intervention for toddlers with ASD, but barriers to access remain, including system costs, workforce constraints, and a range of family socio-demographic factors. An urgent need exists for innovative models that maximize resource efficiency and promote widespread timely access. We examined uptake and outcomes from 82 families participating in a parent-mediated intervention comprising group-based learning and individual coaching, delivered either in-person (n = 45) or virtually (n = 37). Parents from diverse linguistic, ethnic, and educational backgrounds gained intervention skills and toddlers evidenced significant social-communication gains. Few differences emerged across socio-demographic factors or delivery conditions. Findings highlight the feasibility, acceptability, and promise of group-based learning when combined with individual coaching, with added potential to increase program reach via virtual delivery.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0162-3257 and 1573-3432
- Volume :
- 52
- Issue :
- 12
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ1354411
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-022-05554-7