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Parent Perceptions of Telepractice for Autism: Insights and Applications for Practitioners

Parent Perceptions of Telepractice for Autism: Insights and Applications for Practitioners

In a world where access to quality early intervention services can be limited by geographical, financial, and time constraints, telepractice has emerged as a promising solution. A recent study titled "Parent perceptions of a group telepractice communication intervention for autism" provides valuable insights into how telepractice can be effectively utilized to deliver the Hanen More Than Words (HMTW) program. This blog aims to help practitioners improve their skills by implementing the outcomes of this research or by encouraging them to do further research.

Key Findings from the Research

The study involved 11 parents of preschool children with autism who participated in a telepractice-delivered group training program. The findings were overwhelmingly positive:

Implications for Practitioners

Based on these findings, practitioners can enhance their service delivery by incorporating the following elements:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides promising results, it also highlights the need for further research to understand the long-term impact of telepractice interventions. Practitioners are encouraged to engage in or support ongoing research to explore:

By continuing to develop, expand, and evaluate telepractice services, we can increase efficiencies and choices for families and providers, ultimately improving outcomes for children with autism.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Parent perceptions of a group telepractice communication intervention for autism.


Citation: Garnett, R., Davidson, B., & Eadie, P. (2022). Parent perceptions of a group telepractice communication intervention for autism. Autism & Developmental Language Impairments, SAGE Publications. https://doi.org/10.1177/23969415211070127
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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