There are many different types of early intervention for individuals with autism across different domains to be addressed.
Behavioral Interventions include:
ABA therapy- based on behavior analysis science that utilizes reinforcement strategies to increase positive behaviors and decrease behaviors that are harmful or interfere with learning.
Pivotal Response Treatment- focuses on improving autonomy, self-control, and social initiative, which are pivotal skills that affect a great number of behaviors.
Early Start Denver Model- early and intensive sensory-motor behavioural intervention strategy aimed at young children with autism which incorporates the applied behaviour analysis, developmental and relationship based approaches.
Developmental Interventions:
Developmental, individual differences, relationship-based model- emotional and relational development (feelings, relationship with caregivers). It also highlights ways children handle the realities of seeing, hearing, and smelling through floortime.
Relationship Development Intervention-
family-oriented behavior therapy of the autism-specific symptoms.
Communication and Language Interventions:
PECS- Picture Exchange communication systems
AAC- Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Speech therapy
Sensory-based Interventions:
Sensory Integration therapy- making the individual to cope with the sensory stimuli like sights, sounds and smells.
Occupational Therapy- focuses on engaging individuals with different requirements involving cognitive, physical, sensory and motor skills to empower them and boost their self-confidence.
Educational Interventions:
Social Skills Training
Structured Teaching
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Unit 2: What are the types of early intervention for autism ’ autism center of excellence (2024) Autism Center of Excellence ’ Compassionate ABA Therapy In Richmond, Virginia. Available at: https://autismcoe.com/blog/early-intervention/types-of-early-intervention-for-autism/ (Accessed: 07 July 2024).
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