To compare the therapeutic efficacy of three distinct intervention models for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): institutional intervention, family intervention, and combined family-institution intervention.
Approach:
Participants: 132 children diagnosed with ASD were recruited and assigned to three intervention models.
Intervention Models: Group 1 received institutional intervention, Group 2 underwent family intervention, and Group 3 participated in combined family-institution intervention.
Assessment: CARS scores and developmental quotients in various domains were compared before and after the intervention.
Key Findings:
All three intervention models alleviated autistic symptoms post-intervention.
The combined family-institution intervention group demonstrated significant improvements in adaptive abilities, fine motor skills, language, and personal-social relationships.
Interpretation:
The findings suggest that while all intervention models were effective, the combined family-institution intervention yielded the most comprehensive improvements across key developmental domains.
Limitations:
The study was non-randomized and lacked a control group.
The sample size may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Conclusion:
The combined family-institution intervention model was associated with more significant improvements in developmental outcomes for children with ASD.
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