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Joint attention and symbolic play in young children with autism: a randomized controlled intervention study

Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry · 2005 · Vol. 47(6) · pp. 611–620
Connie KasariStephanny FreemanTanya Paparella

Abstract

This randomized controlled trial provides promising data on the specificity and generalizability of joint attention and play interventions for young children with autism. Future studies need to examine the long-term effects of these early interventions on children's development.

Autism Spectrum Disorder ResearchChild Development and Digital TechnologyFamily and Disability Support ResearchAutismJoint attentionPsychologyGeneralizability theoryPsychological interventionIntervention (counseling)Randomized controlled trialDevelopmental psychologyClinical psychologyPsychiatry

MeSH terms

AdultAttentionAutistic DisorderChildChild, PreschoolCommunicationFemaleHumansInterpersonal RelationsMalePlay and PlaythingsSocial BehaviorSymbolismCaregivers

Funding

  • National Institutes of Health
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