Interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / edited by Jennifer B. Ganz, and Richard L. Simpson, Ed.D.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Characteristics of individuals with autism spectrum disorder who have complex communication needs / Richard L. Simpson -- Autism-focused assessment and program planning / Cynthia A. Riccio and Christopher S. Prickett -- Overview of evidence-based practices for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Jennifer B. Ganz, Ee Rea Hong & Ching-Yi Liao -- Overview of AAC for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Pat Mirenda -- Considerations in implementing aided low-tech AAC systems for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Joe Reichle, Jessica Simacek & Quannah Parker-McGowan -- High-tech aided AAC for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Jessica G. Caron & Christine Holyfield -- Functional communication training for durable behavior change / Jennifer McComas, David Wacker, Kelly Schieltz, Jessica Simacek & Wendy K. Berg -- Effective strategies for working with young children with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Ilene S. Schwartz, Ariane Gauvreau & Katy Bateman -- Evidence-based methods for teaching school-aged children and youth with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Billy T. Ogletree, Amy Rose & Georgia Hambrecht -- Evidence-based practices for adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Erik W. Carter & Elizabeth E. Biggs -- Naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions for young children with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Kyle Sterrett & Connie Kasari -- Parent- and peer-mediated interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Rose Mason & Stephanie Gerow -- Visual and environmental supports for learners with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs / Joanne M. Cafiero & Tabitha Jones-Wohleber -- Conclusions and future research directions / Jennifer B. Ganz & Richard L. Simpson.