Resources
Books
We realise that most families struggle to find enough time to read a magazine, let alone something more substantial. The books we have recommended below are both very helpful and easy to read.
Behaviorask: Straight Answers to Your ABA Programming Questions
By Bobby Newman, Dana Reinecke, Tammy Hammond
A clear and concise overview of the basic principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis that is easy to read. Written by Board Certified Behaviour Analysts, we highly recommend it as a starting point to any ABA program.
The Australian Autism Handbook
An essential one-stop resource guide written specifically for Australian parents whose children have just been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. This book is the most practical and comprehensive guide to raising a child with ASD to date.
Research Papers
For those who are looking for the evidence behind what we do, we have provided a list of the most contemporary research that reflects this below.
Eikeseth, S., Smith, T., Jahr, E.& Eldevik, S. (2002). Intensive behavioral treatment at school for 4-to-7-year-old children with autism. Behavior Modification, 26, 49–68
Eldevik, S., Eikeseth, S., Jahr, E. & Smith, T. (in press). Effects of Low-Intensity Behavioral Treatment for Children With Autism and Mental Retardation. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.
Green, G., B., L. C. & Fein, D.(2002). Intensive behavioral treatment for a toddler at high risk for autism. Behavior Modification, 26, 69–102
Harris, S. L. & Handleman, J. S. (2000). Age and IQ at intake as predictors of placement for young children with autism: A four-to-six-year follow-up. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 30, 137–142
Howard, J. S., Sparkman, C. R., Cohen, H. G., Green, G., Stanislaw, H. (2005). A comparison of behavior analytic and eclectic treatments for children with autism. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 26, 359–383.
Jacobson, J. W. & Mulick, J. A. (2000). System and cost research issues in treatments for people with autistic disorders. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 3, 585–593
Jacobson, J. W., Mulick, J. A., & Green, G. (1998). Cost-benefit estimates for early intensive behavioral intervention for young children with autism ñ general model and single-case statement. Behavioral Interventions, 13, 201–226.
Lovaas, I. O. (1987). Behavioral treatment and normal educational and intellectual functioning in young autistic children. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 55, 3–9
McEachin, J. J., Smith T., & Lovaas, I. O. (1993). Long-term outcome for children with autism who received early intensive behavioral treatment. American Journal on Mental Retardation, 55, 359–372.
Sallows, G. O. & Graupner, T. D. (2005). Intensive behavioral treatment for children with autism: Four-year outcome and predictors. American Journal on Mental Retardation, 110, 417–438
Sheinkopf, Stephen J., Siegel, Bryna (1998). Home-Based Behavioral Treatment of Young Children With Autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 28, 15–23
Smith, T. (1999). Outcome of early intervention for children with autism. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 6, 36–49
Smith, T., Groen, A. D., Wynn, J. W. (2000). Randomized trial of intensive early intervention for children with pervasive developmental disorder. American Journal on Mental Retardation, 105, 269-285.
Weiss, M.J. (2001) Expanding ABA Intervention in Intensive Programs for Children with Autism: The Inclusion of Natural Environment Training and Fluency Based Instruction. The Behavior Analyst Today, 2 (3), 182–185.
Information Websites
If you have found yourself crawling cyber space looking for information on Autism and treatment you may find that it can be irrelevant, inaccurate or conflicting. Below are sites that tick all the boxes and are actually helpful!
Autism Awareness was founded by a handful of parents as a non profit organisation in an effort to disseminate relevant information to both the general public and the autism community. The organisation is committed to promoting government initiatives which improve funding and services to the ASD community and reflect best practices.
This site provides easy to read and up-to-date information about different types of interventions/ treatments with an emphasis on the scientific research that supports each. Highly recommended for families considering various intervention approaches for their child.
The network is a comprehensive guide to what is available in Australia for children with ASD. It provides a wealth of information and resources to assist families in accessing information to better support their child.
Learning Materials
Local Suppliers
Inekards (flashcards)
Pyramid Education Consultants (PECS materials)
Special Needs Toys Australia (various)
Winning Connections (flashcards)
International Suppliers
Amazon.com (various)
Model Me Kids (social skills video modelling)
Super Duper Publications (various)
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