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Project

Behavioral Treatment through In-Home Telehealth for Young Children w/Autism

Center:

IA-Center for Disabilities and Development, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2016

Contact Information:

Scott Lindgren
[email protected]
319-353-6142

Project Description:

Health Resources and Services Administration - MCHB. The major goal of this project is to complete a randomized controlled trial to test whether functional analysis and functional communication training, delivered through in-home telehealth, are effective in reducing disruptive behavior and increasing social communication in young children with autism spectrum disorders. In addition, family strengths and stresses are being assessed to define the types of supportive services needed to ensure successful outcomes.

Keyword(s):

behavioral analysis, functional communication, autism

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Family Members/Caregivers, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State