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ERIC Number: EJ1035105
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 14
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ISSN: ISSN-0731-7107
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A Brief Group Intervention Using Video Games to Teach Sportsmanship Skills to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Ferguson, Bill R.; Gillis, Jennifer M.; Sevlever, Melina
Child & Family Behavior Therapy, v35 n4 p293-306 2013
Impaired social skills represent a fundamental deficit for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Despite the potential importance of "good sportsmanship," this social skill has received relatively little attention in the literature. The current study utilized a Behavioral Skills Training (BST) approach to teach three sportsmanship skills (i.e., complimenting, turn taking, and being a good sport) during video game play (Wii Sports). Six children with ASD completed this study. Findings suggest BST can be used effectively to teach sportsmanship skills to children with ASD. The use of video-game technology as part of social skills intervention programs is also discussed.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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