Abstract
Objective: To examine the effectiveness of a video modelling (VM) intervention to teach job-related telephone skills to an adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Methods: A multiple baseline design across four telephone-relevant behaviours was used to assess the effects of the intervention on the participant’s ability to respond to telephone calls. Results: Use of the VM intervention led to immediate improvements in listening and responding to both orders and complaints; more gradual improvements were also observed in the participant’s professional speech. All skill increases were maintained at follow-up. Conclusion: VM may be an effective method of teaching complex vocational skills to adults with ASD, although a stronger focus on social skills may be warranted in the future.
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