Computer-Based Interventions
Computer-based interventions are a large and diverse group of interventions based around the use of computers.
It includes the use of instructional computer programmes, interactive virtual realities and online communities.
Computer-based interventions can be used for a wide range of tasks including
- To teach specific skills not associated with autism, such as reading and writing
- To teach specific, autism-related skills, such as how to recognize emotions
- To motivate individuals with autism to speak (either to the computer or to another person), to read, or to show and share their achievements.
- To enable individuals with autism spectrum disorders to talk to and/or support one another
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The fact that an intervention is listed in this glossary does not necessarily mean that we agree with its use. Nor does it necessarily mean that there is any scientifically valid or reliable evidence behind it.