The Scottish Centre for Autism Preschool Treatment Programme

Early intervention is an area of intense current interest for parents & professionals. This article describes a mainstream National Health Service (NHS) approach to early intervention, developed at the Scottish Centre for Autism. The aims of treatment are to improve the child's early social...

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Published in:Autism : the international journal of research and practice 2001-12, Vol.5 (4), p.362-373
Main Authors: Salt, Jeff, Sellars, Val, Shemilt, John, Boyd, Sheila, Coulson, Tracey, McCool, Susan
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Language:English
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Summary:Early intervention is an area of intense current interest for parents & professionals. This article describes a mainstream National Health Service (NHS) approach to early intervention, developed at the Scottish Centre for Autism. The aims of treatment are to improve the child's early social communication & social interaction skills, leading to the potential development of play & flexibility of behavior. This is achieved by 1:1 intensive treatment by trained therapists, & a schedule of parent training. The treatment protocol incorporates a child led approach; the use of imitation as a therapeutic strategy; using language contingent on activities; & the introduction of flexibility into play & social exchanges. 3 Tables, 19 References. [Copyright 2001 Sage Publications Ltd.]
ISSN:1362-3613