Mothers’ Scaffolding Techniques Used During Play in Toddlers with Autism Spectrum Disorder

This study (n = 3; M
age = 26.5 months) examined mothers’ scaffolding techniques used during a social-communication intervention for toddlers with ASD while also assessing the toddlers’ play. Mothers’ scaffolding techniques (comments, requests, prompts) were explored during mother-toddler play samples. Results showed that mothers’ scaffolding techniques increased, and all toddlers exhibited pretend play by the end of intervention. Thus, scaffolding during play is an important contribution in spurring toddlers with ASD to reach their potential.

Source: Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities - November 20, 2015 Category: Disability Source Type: research