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Parental Involvement In Early Intervention Programs For Children With Autism, Alexis Bennett
Parental Involvement In Early Intervention Programs For Children With Autism, Alexis Bennett
Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers
This qualitative study explored the perceptions of mental health professionals and practitioners of parental involvement in early intervention programs for children with autism. Interviews were completed with eight mental health professionals and practitioners to better understand the importance of parental involvement, the role parents play within an early intervention program, and the impact parental involvement or lack there of can have on the child’s success developmentally and their success in the early intervention program. The objective of this study was to gain insight into mental health professionals and practitioners perceptions in order to learn ways for social workers and professionals …
Professional Clinicians' Views And Use Of Dc: 0-3r, Jennifer Chasco
Professional Clinicians' Views And Use Of Dc: 0-3r, Jennifer Chasco
Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers
In 1996, the Diagnostic Classification of Mental Health and Developmental Disorders of Infancy and Early Childhood was published to address the paucity of options for addressing infant and toddler mental health. Currently in its revised version and referred to as DC: 0-3R, it is designed to help professionals formulate a comprehensive assessment of infant and toddler mental health and relational issues. This paper addresses current research on infant and toddler mental health, the importance of prevention and early intervention, and the role of DC: 0-3R in these areas. Since professional perspective can ultimately influence the diagnostic process, this study focuses …