This systematic review investigates the effects of providing assessment or treatment via telepractice on outcomes in individuals on the autism spectrum. This article was extended but not replaced by Sutherland et al. 2018 (see the Notes on This Article section below for more details).
U.S. Department of Education, OSEP Preparation of Leadership Personnel Training Grant
Through April 2010
Published, peer reviewed studies
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<div>"Seven of the eight reviewed studies, [which included delivery of functional communication training and the Early Start Denver Model], reported successful implementation and positive outcomes of services delivered via telepractice.... Nonetheless, the existing literature base is perhaps best described as limited" (p. 429).</div>
<div>"The results of this review suggest telepractice is a promising service delivery model and highlights the need for future research" (p. 430).</div>
