Abstract:Wait training is synonymous with teaching "tolerance for delay." For example, some people with ASD may become restless and disruptive when they are told to "wait" after making a request. Or, they may have difficulty waiting for a future activity to occur. It is first necessary to identify the situations and conditions that will be the focus of wait training. Next, a defined wait period is selected, usually a short duration a person can comfortably tolerate and then increased gradually over time. In illustratio… Show more
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