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Boost Your Skills with Remote Behavioral Training for Children with Autism

Boost Your Skills with Remote Behavioral Training for Children with Autism
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically altered the landscape of education and therapy, particularly for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As a Special Education Director, it's crucial to stay informed about innovative and effective approaches to support our students and their families. One such promising approach is detailed in the research article, "Psychological Interventions for Children with Autism during the COVID-19 Pandemic through a Remote Behavioral Skills Training Program."

The study, conducted by Marino et al. (2022), highlights the feasibility and effectiveness of a web-based Behavioral Skills Training (BST) program aimed at reducing the frequency of targeted behavioral disorders in children with ASD and improving the psychological wellbeing of their parents. The findings are not only encouraging but also offer practical insights for practitioners seeking to enhance their skills and better support their students.

Key Findings from the Research

Implementing BST in Your Practice

As a practitioner, you can leverage these findings to enhance your remote therapy sessions. Here are some actionable steps:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides robust evidence supporting the efficacy of remote BST, it's essential to continue exploring and validating these methods. Encourage your colleagues and peers to engage in further research to expand the evidence base and refine these interventions.

In conclusion, the pandemic has pushed us to innovate and adapt, and remote behavioral skills training offers a promising path forward. By integrating these strategies into your practice, you can provide much-needed support to children with ASD and their families, even in challenging times.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Psychological Interventions for Children with Autism during the COVID-19 Pandemic through a Remote Behavioral Skills Training Program.


Citation: Marino, F., Chil, P., Failla, C., Minutoli, R., Vetrano, N., Luraschi, C., Carrozza, C., Leonardi, E., Bus, M., Genovese, S., Musotto, R., Puglisi, A., Arnao, A. A., Cardella, G., Fam, F. I., Cusimano, G., Vagni, D., Martines, P., Mendolia, G., Tartarisco, G., Cerasa, A., Ruta, L., & Pioggia, G. (2022). Psychological Interventions for Children with Autism during the COVID-19 Pandemic through a Remote Behavioral Skills Training Program. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 11(5), 1194. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm11051194
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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