A case study of a five-year-old child with pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified using sound-based interventions.

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The aim of this study was to determine the efficacy of The Listening Program (TLP) in treating a child with pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). Using a single-subject case study design, one child with PDD-NOS was administered a 20-week TLP intervention focused on improving sensory processing and language function. Data collection included pre- and post-evaluations using video footage, and Sensory Profile and Listening Checklist questionnaires. Results of the study indicated improved behaviour and sensory tolerance in the post-intervention video footage, including active participation in singing and movements to song. Sensory Profile and Listening Checklist questionnaires indicated significant improvements in sensory processing, receptive/expressive listening and language, motor skills, and behavioural/social adjustment at the post-intervention assessment. Although small in scope, this study highlights the need for continued research by occupational therapists into sound-based interventions. Particularly, occupational therapists need to perform larger-scale studies utilizing TLP to verify the efficacy of this alternative treatment method. 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd

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Author/s: Nwora, Amy J (AJ); Gee, Bryan M (BM);

Affiliation: Occupational Therapy Department, D'Youville College, Buffalo, NY 14201, USA. nworaa(-atsign-)dyc.edu

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Publication Type: Case Reports; Journal Article

Journal: Occupational therapy international (Occup Ther Int), published in England. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2009-; vol 16 (issue 1) : pp 25-43

Dates: Created 2009/02/23; Completed 2009/04/23;

PMID: 19222056, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 4/23/2009, IMS Date: 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00)

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