Use of video modeling to increase generalization of social play by children with autism.

Abstract

The use of video modeling to increase generalization of social play skills in children with autism is discussed. The possible reasons that have made this procedure so favorable among researchers and practitioners are explored. Two studies are described in which video modeling increased the generalization of social play in 6 children, and critical features of procedure are emphasized. Suggestions regarding the potential mechanisms responsible for the effectiveness of this procedure are discussed relative to basic behavioral theory and research.

Social Thinking®: Science, Pseudoscience, or Antiscience?

“…This is despite the fact that ABA procedures have empirically demonstrated improvements for specific and overall social behaviors for high-functioning individuals diagnosed with ASD (Brodhead et al 2014;Kamps et al 1992;Koegel et al 1992;Koegel and Frea 1993;Laugeson et al 2012;Leaf et al 2015;Nikopoulous 2007;Weiss and Harris 2001).…”

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