J Appl Behav Anal September 2020 PMID 31845333

Functional analysis and intervention of perseverative speech in students with high-functioning autism and related neurodevelopmental disabilities.

Emily M Kuntz, Abby V Santos, Craig H Kennedy

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9
Peak: 7 in Dec 2019
across 2 sources since Dec 2019

Extended reach

43,733
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Dec 2019 – Feb 2023

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The group shows a positive stance toward the article, highlighted by phrases like 'successful interventions' and references to 'eliminating perseverative speech,' indicating recognition of its practical significance. The tone reflects a combination of professional interest and curiosity, with the mention of ABA techniques and specific exemplifications of perseverative behaviors enriching the discussion.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the validity and importance of the research, especially with references to specific intervention techniques and their effectiveness.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, often mentioning behavioral strategies and the challenges of perseverative speech, suggesting they find the topic relevant but not deeply compelling.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include specific mentions of intervention approaches like differential reinforcement and forced prompts, indicating active engagement with the study’s methods.

ImpactModerate impact

There is a general sense that the findings could influence behavioral intervention practices, with some discussions emphasizing their potential for real-world application.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated the underlying reasons and potential treatments for perseverative speech in students with high-functioning autism and related neurodevelopmental disabilities, finding various functions such as attention, control, escape, and tangible rewards.
  • Researchers performed functional analyses and tested interventions, including differential reinforcement and extinction, which successfully reduced perseverative speech, especially after adding prompting strategies.
  • The findings support previous research, showing that incorporating prompting into behavioral interventions can effectively decrease perseverative speech and promote more appropriate verbal behaviors.]

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Michelle Dawson
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Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencing poems, books, etc; asking about countries or cities; reading aloud from books) in an autistic boy https://t.co/IMz7q3Jdxb ABA in 2019

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Damian Milton
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RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

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RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

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RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

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IndieAutistic
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RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

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IndieAutistic
@IndieAutistic · X

RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

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Sockentante
@SoeckchenCarmen · X

RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

Dec 17, 2019 · 11 shares · 718 followers View post →
Gedanken Karrussel
@Denkkarrussel · X

RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

Dec 17, 2019 · 11 shares · 1,213 followers View post →
TheAutisticAdvocate
@KieranRose7 · X

RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

Dec 17, 2019 · 11 shares · 18,789 followers View post →
Damian Milton
@milton_damian · X

RT @autismcrisis: Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencin…

Dec 17, 2019 · 11 shares · 11,883 followers View post →
Michelle Dawson
@autismcrisis · X

Attempt to eliminate "perseverative speech" (talking or asking about historical & literary figures; quoting or referencing poems, books, etc; asking about countries or cities; reading aloud from books) in an autistic boy https://t.co/IMz7q3Jdxb ABA in 2019

Dec 17, 2019 · 10 likes · 11 shares · 9,264 followers View post →