Review of Why Many Clinical Psychologists are Resistant to Evidence-Based Practice: Root Causes and Constructive Remedies

Lilienfeld, S.O., Ritschel, L.A., Lynn, S.J., Cautin, R. L., & Latzman, R.D. (2013). Why many clinical psychologists are resistant to evidence-based practice: Root causes and constructive remedies. Clinical Psychology Review, 33, 883-900. Reviewed by Kate McKenna, MEd, MSEd, BCBA, LBA Association for Science in Autism Treatment The proliferation of the use of non-evidenced-based therapies is…

Third time’s the charm or three strikes you’re out? An updated review of the efficacy of dolphin‐assisted therapy for autism and developmental disabilities.

  Marino, L., & Lilienfeld, S. O. (2021). Third time’s the charm or three strikes you’re out? An updated review of the efficacy of dolphin‐assisted therapy for autism and developmental disabilities. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 77(6), 1265-1279. https://doi.org/10.1002/jclp.23110 Reviewed by Sunita Chhatwani, MEd, and Vincent Winterling, EdD Association for Science in Autism Treatment Why research…

An Interview with Thuong Ho, MA, BCBA of Vietnam

Conducted by Mi Trinh, BA and David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Thuong Ho, MA, BCBA, to learn about her unique journey and her extensive work and efforts in introducing and integrating applied behavior analysis in the treatment for autism in Vietnam. Readers will gain insights into the reality of…

Is There Science Behind That? Brain Balance

Katherine A. Johnson, MS, BCBA, LBA, Catherine L. McHugh, MA, BCBA, LBA, and Thomas Zane, PhD, BCBA-D Department of Applied Behavioral Science, University of Kansas For many, finding an effective intervention for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), or other related disorders is no easy feat. Furthermore, the seemingly credible promises…

An Evaluation of a Behaviorally Based Social Skills Group for Individuals Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder

  Leaf, J. B., Leaf, J. A., Milne, C., Taubman, M., Oppenheim-Leaf, M., Torres, N., Townley-Cochran, D., Leaf, R., McEachin, J., & Yoder, P. (2017). An evaluation of a behaviorally based social skills group for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 47(2), 243-259. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-2949-4 Reviewed by: Julia L. Ferguson,…

Dental Desensitization for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder through Graduated Exposure, Reinforcement, and Reinforcement-Fading

  Carter, L., Harper, J. M., & Luiselli, J. K. (2019). Dental desensitization for students with autism spectrum disorder through graduated exposure, reinforcement, and reinforcement-fading. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 31(2) 1-10. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10882-018-9635-8 Reviewed by: Roxanne Gayle, PhD, BCBA-D and Mary Jane Weiss, PhD, BCBA-D, Endicott College Why research this topic? As we saw in…

Comorbidity in Autism

Eilis O’Connell MA, BCBA, LBA-NY Association for Science in Autism Treatment The Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) provides high quality, accurate, and timely resources for individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and the professionals who work with them. Our organization upholds the value that all individuals should have knowledge and access to…

The Effect of Sensory Integration Therapy on Occupational Performance in Children with Autism.

  Kashefimehr, B., Kayihan, H., & Huri, M. (2018). The effect of sensory integration therapy on occupational performance in children with autism. OTJR: Occupation, Participation, and Health, 38(2), 75-83. https://doi.org/10.1177/1539449217743456 Reviewed by: Caitlin Chambers, MEd, BCBA, and Robert LaRue, PhD, BCBA-D, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Why research this topic? Behaviors such as…

How ASAT Supports Special Education and General Education Teachers

David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D, Kaitlyn Evoy, BA, Sarah Cummins, MA, BCBA, and Kate McKenna, MEd, MSEd, BCBA, LBA Association for Science in Autism Treatment The Association for Science in Autism Treatment strives to promote evidence-based practices for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in all aspects of their life, including in the classroom. The reality…

A Review of Journey to Community Housing with Supports: A Road Map for Individuals and Their Families in New Jersey

Sarah Cummins, MA, BCBA Association for Science in Autism Treatment The journey to arriving at a housing solution can be a long one.  It is vital for individuals with disabilities and their families to understand how the process works. The Supportive Housing Association of New Jersey (SHA), a statewide non-profit organization, has developed a comprehensive…

A Spotlight on Science in Autism Treatment

David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D, Vincent Winterling, EdD, Brizida Vinjau, MS, BCBA, Marcia Questel, MSEd, BCBA, & Caroline Simard, MS, BCBA Association for Science in Autism Treatment As providers and family members, you have undoubtedly witnessed consumers enticed and distracted by an endless stream of purported autism treatments. Often, these treatments run counter to effective approaches,…