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A Feasibility Randomized Clinical Trial of a Structured Function-Based Intervention for Elopement in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Title: A Feasibility Randomized Clinical Trial of a Structured Function-Based Intervention for Elopement in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Language: English
Authors: Scheithauer, Mindy (ORCID 0000-0002-0775-1013), Call, Nathan A., Lomas Mevers, Joanna, McCracken, Courtney E., Scahill, Lawrence
Source: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Aug 2021 51(8):2866-2875.
Availability: Springer. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail: customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: https://link.springer.com/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 2021
Sponsoring Agency: National Institutes of Health (DHHS)
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Randomized Controlled Trials, Intervention, Behavior Problems, Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Check Lists, Behavior Modification, Outcomes of Treatment, Guides
Assessment and Survey Identifiers: Aberrant Behavior Checklist
DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04753-4
ISSN: 0162-3257
Abstract: Elopement is a common and dangerous concern in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There is evidence that behavior analytic treatments can successfully treat elopement, but the research is limited due to small samples and treatment components varying across studies. The current study evaluated the feasibility of studying a manualized intervention for elopement, based on strategies from single-subject research, in a randomized clinical trial with 24 individuals with ASD. Results demonstrated that recruitment was feasible; the manual was acceptable to parents; and therapists followed the manual with high-integrity. Initial efficacy results measured by the Aberrant Behavior Checklist, Clinical Global Impression Scale, and a Home Elopement Safety Checklist suggested improvement in the treatment group that should be studied in future research.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2021
Accession Number: EJ1302629
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Elopement is a common and dangerous concern in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There is evidence that behavior analytic treatments can successfully treat elopement, but the research is limited due to small samples and treatment components varying across studies. The current study evaluated the feasibility of studying a manualized intervention for elopement, based on strategies from single-subject research, in a randomized clinical trial with 24 individuals with ASD. Results demonstrated that recruitment was feasible; the manual was acceptable to parents; and therapists followed the manual with high-integrity. Initial efficacy results measured by the Aberrant Behavior Checklist, Clinical Global Impression Scale, and a Home Elopement Safety Checklist suggested improvement in the treatment group that should be studied in future research.
ISSN:0162-3257
DOI:10.1007/s10803-020-04753-4