Training Parents to Implement Early Interventions for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Abstract

The purpose of the current chapter is to selectively summarize research related to parent-mediated early intervention (EI) for young children, ages 12-60 months, with or at risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and to offer suggestions for practice and future research. The remainder of this chapter is organized into the seven sections of (a) overview of parent involvement in early intervention; (b) targeted parent skills and desired outcomes; (c) parent education and training methods; (d) training parents to address core symptoms of ASD; (e) summary and suggestions for future research; (f) implications for practice; and (g) conclusion. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)