What is Pivotal Response Treatment? What's the research behind it, what
does it look like in practice, and what are some good examples of how to
use it? Now one concise book gives professionals and parents all the
basics of the widely used PRT--an empirically supported treatments for
autism recognized by the National Professional Development Center on
Autism Spectrum Disorders and the National Standards Project.
A great resource for educators, behavior specialists, early
interventionists, SLPs, occupational therapists, and families, this
reader-friendly pocket guide is the perfect introduction to PRT, the
popular approach that uses natural learning opportunities to modify
pivotal areas of behavior. Pioneering autism experts Robert and Lynn
Koegel speak directly to the reader, demystifying PRT and clearly
explaining why it leads to widespread and rapid progress for children.
Filled with helpful tips and many practical examples based on actual
children, the book reveals the key principles behind
- motivating children with natural reinforcers
- reducing disruptive behavior with PRT
- encouraging communication and social initiations
- developing a challenging curriculum that helps children make progress
- assessing children meaningfully in natural environments
- closely collaborating with parents on goals and interventions
- helping families weave interventions into everyday routines
- ensuring that children generalize skills to other settings
- decreasing parents' stress and offering positive support
Throughout the book, the Koegels engage readers with down-to-earth
guidance based on best practice, true stories from their decades of
experience with children and families, and clear explanations of what
the research says about PRT. And the end-of-chapter questions for
teachers, therapists, and parents reinforce key points and prepare them
for effective PRT implementation.
An essential first step in PRT training and a must-have for every member
of a child's support team, this quick and practical introduction will
get everyone on board with PRT and equip them with the fundamentals they
need to use it in the real world.
A featured book in our Better Behavior Kit!
