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Early Intensive Behavioral Treatment: Replication of the UCLA Model in a Community Setting

COHEN, HOWARD, AMERINE-DICKENS, MILA, SMITH, TRISTRAM·2006·Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics

Abstract

Although previous studies have shown favorable results with early intensive behavioral treatment (EIBT) for children with autism, it remains important to replicate these findings, particularly in community settings. The authors conducted a 3-year prospective outcome study that compared 2 groups: (1) 21 children who received 35 to 40 hours per week of EIBT from a community agency that replicated Lovaas' model of EIBT and (2) 21 age- and IQ-matched children in special education classes at local public schools. A quasi-experimental design was used, with assignment to groups based on parental preference. Assessments were conducted by independent examiners for IQ (Bayley Scales of Infant Development or Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scales of Intelligence), language (Reynell Developmental Language Scales), nonverbal skill (Merrill-Palmer Scale of Mental Tests), and adaptive behavior (Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales). Analyses of covariance, with baseline scores as covariates and Year 1-3 assessments as repeated measures, revealed that, with treatment, the EIBT group obtained significantly higher IQ (F = 5.21, p = .03) and adaptive behavior scores (F = 7.84, p = .01) than did the comparison group. No difference between groups was found in either language comprehension (F = 3.82, p = .06) or nonverbal skill. Six of the 21 EIBT children were fully included into regular education without assistance at Year 3, and 11 others were included with support; in contrast, only 1 comparison child was placed primarily in regular education. Although the study was limited by the nonrandom assignment to groups, it does provide evidence that EIBT can be successfully implemented in a community setting.

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Authors
COHEN, H., AMERINE-DICKENS, M., & SMITH, T.
Affiliations
University of Rochester Medicine (US)
Venue
Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
Published
2006-04
Volume
27
Issue
Supplement 2
Pages
S145-S155
ISSN
0196-206X (ISSN-L)
OpenAlex
W2106207143
Cited by
416
References
28
Citations by year
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FWCI
12.62
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Funders
  • National Institutes of Health (5r01mh048663-05)
  • National Institute of Mental Health (U54MH066397, R01 MH48663)
Topics
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cognitive Neuroscience › Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Developmental and Educational Psychology › Behavioral and Psychological Studies
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Psychiatry and Mental health › Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
Keywords
autism spectrum disorder, community-based intervention, special education, adaptive behavior, language development, nonverbal skills, inclusive education
MeSH terms
Autistic Disorder, Behavior Therapy, California, Child, Community Mental Health Services, Demography, Female, Humans, Male, Models, Psychological, Psychiatric Status Rating Scales

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