Keywords
Speech-language pathologists, autism spectrum disorders, bilingualism
Abstract
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are treating an increasing number of bilingual clients, including those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). There is not a clear consensus among professionals regarding which language should be used in intervention when treating bilingual children with ASD. For this reason, it is imperative that SLPs ensure that they are making evidence-based decisions. This article will review the current research that examines bilingualism in children with ASD along with research focused on the language of intervention in bilingual children with ASD. We present a clinical scenario with common concerns presented to SLPs in their work settings and outline how current evidence can be used to address these concerns. We also provide evidence-based recommendations for parents and professionals.
Original Publication Citation
Smith, V., Summers, C., Mueller, V., 1 Carrillo, A, & 1 Villaneda, G. (2018). Evidence-based clinical decision making for bilingual children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Clinicians. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 3(SIG 14), 19- 27. doi:10.1044/persp3.SIG14.19
BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Summers, Connie; Smith, Vanesa; Mueller, Vannesa; Carillo, Alejandra; and Villaneda, Gabriela, "Evidence-Based Clinical Decision Making for Bilingual Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Clinicians" (2018). Faculty Publications. 7312.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/facpub/7312
Document Type
Peer-Reviewed Article
Publication Date
2018
Publisher
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Language
English
College
David O. McKay School of Education
Department
Communication Disorders
Copyright Status
© 2018 American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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