Pivotal Response Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders

Abstract

Second edition. "Previous edition copyright 2006"--Title page verso. "One of the most respected and widely used autism interventions, Pivotal response treatment uses natural learning opportunities to modify key behaviors in children-leading to widespread positive effects on communication, behavior, and social skills. Now the pioneering experts behind PRT have created a comprehensive modern guide to this research-based approach, completely reworked and revised for today's therapists, educators, and parents."--Back cover. Overview: Pivotal response treatment in context. The history and basic components of pivotal response treatment / Robert L. Koegel and Lynn Kern Koegel -- Assessment, feedback, and treatment planning / Lynn Kern Koegel -- Ecocultural theory and cultural diversity / Sunny Kim, Lynn Kern Koegel, and Robert L. Koegel -- Beginning stages: early intervention. Intervention for infants and young toddlers / Jessica Bradshaw and Lynn Kern Koegel -- Teaching first words / Lynn Kern Koegel and Daina Tagavi -- Expanding friendship opportunities for children with ADS / Grace W. Gengoux and Laurie A. Vismara -- Childhood: treatment options at home and at school. Parent education in pivotal response treatment / Lynn Kern Koegel, Kelsey Oliver, and Robert L. Koegel -- Inclusive education / Robert L. Koegel and Kelsey Oliver -- Motivational academics / Lynn Kern Koegel and Samantha K. Poyser -- Adolescence and young adulthood: moving toward independence. Functional behavior assessment and self-management / Brittany Lynn Koegel and Lynn Kern Koegel -- Improving communication skills in adolescence adults with ASD / Lynn Kern Kogel and Shereen J. Cohen -- Improving socialization in adolescents and adults with ASD / Lynn Kern Koegel, Kristen Ashbaugh, and Daina Tagavi -- Adulthood: higher education and employment. Improving outcomes in higher education for adults with ASD / Kristen Ashbaugh, Erin Engstrom, Lynn Kern Koegel, and Katarina Ford -- Supporting individuals with ASD in employment settings / Erin Engstrom, Kristen Ashbaugh, Lynn Kern Koegel, and Katarina Ford.