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Functional Analysis and Treatment of Inappropriate Vocalizations Using a Speech-Generating Device for a Child With AutismThe University of Texas at Austin
University of California, Santa Barbara
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin
Victoria University of Wellington
The University of Texas at Austin The purpose of this study was to extend the research on functional communication training by examining the use of a speech-generating device (SGD) for a 7-year-old child with autism and no spoken language who demonstrated inappropriate vocalizations that served multiple functions. An analog functional analysis was used to determine the function of the behavior and the potential viability of the SGD as a treatment option. The child was taught to discriminate among multiple options on the SGD and then to choose an appropriate message in two generalization settings. When the SGD was available the child reduced his inappropriate vocalizations across all settings and increased his engagement in both appropriate activities and interactions with others.
Key Words: functional analysis • speech-generating device • autism • functional communication training
This version was published on September
1, 2009 Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Vol. 24, No. 3,
146-155 (2009) |
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