http://valerieherskowitz.com/blog A blog dedicated to families of Autistic children. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 04:31:07 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 http://valerieherskowitz.com/blog/2008/09/21/reduction-of-inappropriate-behaviors-while-using-computer-based-intervention-for-individuals-with-autism/ http://valerieherskowitz.com/blog/2008/09/21/reduction-of-inappropriate-behaviors-while-using-computer-based-intervention-for-individuals-with-autism/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 16:55:35 +0000 Valerie http://valerieherskowitz.com/blog/2008/09/21/reduction-of-inappropriate-behaviors-while-using-computer-based-intervention-for-individuals-with-autism/ I had an interesting conversation recently with a colleague and software designer. She mentioned that the studies show that when children use computer-based training that they have a reduction in inappropriate behaviors. I guess another way to word this would be to say that they are more attentive and focused when training on computer-based programs. This comment came as a surprise to me, but as I thought about it, I don't know why I felt that way. This is exactly what I have been saying for years. Kids with autism are more focused and attentive while learning on a computer.

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