Outcome Research
There are hundreds of behavioral studies demonstrating the efficacy of specific strategies to teach specific skills or behaviors. Below, I have compiled a list of studies which demonstrate the overall effectiveness of behavioral interventions, as compared to eclectic or other interventions. When available, the reference is linked to an abstract.
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A comparison of intensive behavior analytic and eclectic treatments for young children with autism. Research in Developmental Disabilities, Volume 26, Issue 4, pages 359-383.
Behavioral treatment and normal educational and intellectual functioning in young autistic children. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. Vol 55(1) 3-9.
Long-term outcome for children with autism who received early intensive behavioral treatment. American Journal on Mental Retardation. (4):359-72; discussion 373-91.
Randomized Trial of Intensive Early Intervention for Children With Pervasive Developmental Disorder. American Journal on Mental Retardation: Vol. 105, No. 4, pp. 269–285.
Intensive Behavioral Treatment at School for 4- to 7-Year-Old Children with Autism. Behavior Modification, Vol. 26, No. 1, 49-68.
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Reed, P. Osborne, L. A.; Corness, M. (2007). The Real-World Effectiveness of Early Teaching Interventions for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder. Exceptional Children. 73(4) 417-433.