Defining independence in autism education and treatment
Ronald Lee, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA
Because independence is a major focus of educational and treatment approaches for people with ASD, it’s easy to assume its “definition” stays the same from one educator, therapy provider, or parent to another. However, the definition of independence can change greatly depending on the situation. Independence is taught in various contexts, such as communication and social interaction, playing with toys and leisure materials, attending to instructors and activities, understanding and following instructi ..
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