Visual Schedule to Promote Compliance with Bedtime Routine in a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Juliet E.Hart Barnett, Stanley H. Zucker, Cori M. More

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Abstract

Sleep problems are frequently reported by parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with prevalence estimates of 44–83%. While it is important to address any underlying medical or psychiatric issues that contribute to sleep challenges, establishing good sleep hygiene is considered a good first step, which often includes establishing a consistent bedtime routine. In this study, a visual schedule was used to facilitate compliance with a bedtime routine in a child with ASD. Using an ABAB reversal design, results indicated positive treatment effects, with an increase in bedtime routine compliance during intervention and maintenance of positive effects over time.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)196-203
Number of pages8
JournalEducation and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities
Volume57
Issue number2
StatePublished - Jun 2022

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Education
  • Developmental and Educational Psychology

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