Assessing the Effectiveness of a Low-Cost, Evidence-Based Naturalistic Development Behavioral Intervention (NDBI) in IDEA Part C Early Intervention Settings
Abstract
Numerous research studies have indicated that participation in early, specialized intervention leads to significant improvements in social, language, cognitive, and behavioral functioning for young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, very few ASD-specialized interventions have been adapted for use in community-based settings, where they may be more accessible. The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of Reciprocal Imitation Training (RIT)--an evidence-based, ASD-specialized interventionfor use by community providers working in publicly funded (IDEA Part C) Early Intervention (EI) programs serving children from birth to 3 years. We are using a hybrid effectiveness-implementation design to examine both the implementation of RIT by EI providers as well as child and parent outcomes associated with its use. We will collect data from EI providers about the acceptability and feasibility of using RIT, as well as the extent to which it is used and sustained over time. This project has the potential to enable more children with ASD to receive evidence-based, specialized intervention during the birth-to-three years, when it is likely to have the greatest impact. The major accomplishments for this project during Year 2 included: (1) developing revisions to the research protocol due to COVID-19 related constraints and receiving HRPO approval; (2) developing a technology package for in-home tele-assessments; (3) adapting the RIT training protocol for virtual presentations; (4)designing and receiving feedback on a daily routines workshop for the providers in the control group; (5) testing potential apps for treatment tracking; and (6) re-engaging, recruiting, and enrolling providers. While we have made considerable progress in key areas, we did not receive approval from HRPO until 4/15/21.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1146848
Entities
People
- Wendy L Stone
Organizations
- University of Washington