Theraplay and Autism

In partnership with Theraplay the Institute is running a pilot study on the effectiveness of Theraplay intervention with autistic children.

We are very excited to have completed a research study examining the efficacy of the Theraplay® method as an intervention model for THREE- to SEVEN- year old children diagnosed with PDD-NOS or mild to moderate autism.

The goal of this study is to explore the effectiveness of Theraplay® methods for playful parent-child interaction with autistic children. Specifically, personalized therapeutic guidelines for parents to engage, calm, manage, and increase interactions with their child will be used. For more information on Theraplay® techniques and methods, please visit their website (www.theraplay.org).

Results from this study were presented at the 2007 APA Conference in San Francisco and the 3rd International Theraplay Conference in Chicago. Results are currently being written up for publication.

 

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