Interventions for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Communication and Language, Special Education

People who have both autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs require specialized, multidisciplinary interventions and supports to boost their independence and quality of life. Find up-to-date, evidence-supported information and strategies in this book, the newest volume in the respected Augmentative and Alternative Communication series.

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People who have both autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs require specialized, multidisciplinary interventions and supports to boost their independence and quality of life. Find up-to-date, evidence-supported information and strategies in this book, the newest volume in the respected Augmentative and Alternative Communication Series. This essential resource brings together more than 30 internationally recognized researchers from three important disciplines: augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), special education, and applied behavior analysis (ABA). Practitioners and clinicians will discover how to combine key interventions from these disciplines to make positive differences in the lives of the people they work with.

With this meticulously researched guide to today's best strategies and supports, readers will have the information they need to improve outcomes for people with autism and complex communication needs.


RESEARCH-BASED GUIDANCE ON
  • Using evidence-based teaching methods with learners of all ages
  • Conducting effective assessment and linking results with intervention planning
  • Selecting high-tech and low-tech AAC options that meet individual needs
  • Bringing about lasting changes to behavior with functional communication training
  • Evaluating specific interventions that target social communication
  • Implementing parent- and peer-mediated interventions
  • Using customized visual and environmental supports in a variety of settings

Interventions for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs is a part of the Augmentative and Alternative Communication Series.

Series Preface
Series Editors and Editorial Advisory Board
About the Editors
About the Contributors
Volume Preface
Acknowledgments

I Overview

1 Characteristics of Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder Who Have Complex Communication Needs
Richard L. Simpson

2 Autism-Focused Assessment and Program Planning
Cynthia A. Riccio and Christopher S. Prickett

II Overview of Evidence-Based Practices for Implementation With Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs

3 Overview of Evidence-Based Practices for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Jennifer B. Ganz, Ee Rea Hong, and Ching-Yi Liao

4 Overview of AAC for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Pat Mirenda

5 Considerations in Implementing Aided Low-Tech AAC Systems for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Joe Reichle, Jessica Simacek, and Quannah E. Parker-McGowan

6 High-Tech Aided AAC for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Jessica G. Caron and Christine Holyfield

7 Functional Communication Training for Durable Behavior Change
Jennifer J. McComas, Kelly M. Schieltz, Jessica Simacek, Wendy K. Berg. and David P. Wacker

III Evidence-Based Practices to Address Communication

8 Effective Strategies for Working With Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Ilene S. Schwartz, Ariane N. Gauvreau, and Katherine Bateman

9 Evidence-Based Methods for Teaching School-Age Children and Youth With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Billy T. Ogletree, Amy Rose, and Georgia Hambrecht

10 Evidence-Based Practices for Adolescents and Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Erik W. Carter and Elizabeth E. Biggs

IV Evidence-Based Practices Implemented in Natural Contexts

11 Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions for Young Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Kyle Sterrett and Connie Kasari

12 Parent- and Peer-Mediated Interventions for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Rose A. Mason and Stephanie Gerow

13 Visual and Environmental Supports for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Communication Needs
Joanne M. Cafiero and Tabitha Jones-Wohleber

14 Conclusions and Future Research Directions
Jennifer B. Ganz and Richard L. Simpson


Index

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Light Janice, Penn State University - June 29, 2018
This book is a ‘must-have’ for everyone who works or lives with individuals with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs. There is no better resource on intervention to support the communication and participation of individuals with ASD who have minimal or no speech.
Erna Alant, Professor Emeritus at Indiana University - June 25, 2018
This is an interesting compilation on what's current on AAC and Autism. The inclusion of both low and high-tech solutions is commendable. The book makes a definite contribution to the field.
Jeff Sigafoos, School of Education, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand - June 21, 2018
An indispensable reference for practitioners and researchers. [This book is] certain to advance augmentative and alternative communication intervention for persons with autism and complex communication needs.
Cynthia Cress, University of Nebraska–Lincoln - June 19, 2018
This volume provides comprehensive coverage of state-of-the-art science supporting the use of AAC for persons with autism. This is a very valuable resource for professionals applying AAC in a wide range of contexts for persons with autism.
Glen Dunlap, University of Nevada, Reno - June 18, 2018
This new collection contains current, authoritative and useful information about strategies for improving the communication of people with ASD. The content is well focused and the interventions are demonstrably practical and effective.
Debra Leach, Director of Winthrop Think College - June 11, 2018
This book provides a comprehensive synthesis of the literature related to evidence-based practices for meeting the communication needs of individuals with ASD across the lifespan.