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ERIC Number: EJ420663
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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ISSN: ISSN-0305-5698
Reinforcing the Empty Fortress: An Examination of Recent Research into the Treatment of Autism.
Waters, Lis
Educational Studies, v16 n1 p3-16 1990
Surveys current research on causes and treatment of autism. Identifies features of autism and outlines causal theories and related treatments. Analyzes problems with the different approaches to causes of autism. Suggests the multiplicity of approaches implies lack of success in any one area. Contends behavior modification provides best results and most promise for treatment of autism. (CH)
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification, Developmental Disabilities, Elementary Education, Emotional Disturbances, Exceptional Child Research, Parent Child Relationship, Psychological Studies, Psychotherapy, Special Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
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Language: English
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