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Current Practices, Supports, And Challenges In Speech-Language Pathology Service Provision For Autistic Preschoolers, Amanda V. Binns, Barbara Jane Cunningham, Allison Andres, Janis Oram Cardy
Current Practices, Supports, And Challenges In Speech-Language Pathology Service Provision For Autistic Preschoolers, Amanda V. Binns, Barbara Jane Cunningham, Allison Andres, Janis Oram Cardy
PRECISe Preschool Speech and Language Publications
Background: Speech-language pathology services are among the most frequently accessed services for young autistic children. Therefore, understanding the nature of these services, what challenges these clinicians face, and what supports they value is critical for developing appropriate policies and practices that can maximize positive outcomes for children and families. This study had two primary aims. The first was to examine the self-reported assessment and intervention practices of community-based Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) and communicative disorders assistants (CDAs; who provide services under the supervision of a SLP) in supporting preschool children with suspected and diagnosed autism. The second aim was to …
Looking Back And Moving Forward: A Scoping Review Of Research On Preschool Autism Interventions In The Field Of Speech-Language Pathology, Amanda Binns, Rachael Smyth, Allison Andres, Joyce Lam, Janis Oram Cardy
Looking Back And Moving Forward: A Scoping Review Of Research On Preschool Autism Interventions In The Field Of Speech-Language Pathology, Amanda Binns, Rachael Smyth, Allison Andres, Joyce Lam, Janis Oram Cardy
PRECISe Preschool Speech and Language Publications
Background & Aims: Speech-language pathology services are frequently accessed by families of children who have suspected or diagnosed autism. This is expected given that social communication differences are a core feature of autism. This review looked broadly at the state of research in the field of speech-language pathology and preschool autism interventions in order to identify the types of studies that could be used to inform the practices of speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and to identify gaps in the field so they can be addressed in future research. Specifically, we examined the extent of research conducted on interventions delivered (at least …