Title
DIR Method and Autism
Author
Research Autism
Summary
This online article describes and evaluates the DIR or Floortime Method., which aims to help children reach developmental milestones by encouraging positive interactions with a caregiver.

The article concludes that there is some limited evidence to support the effectiveness of the DIR Method. It recommends that further research should be undertaken using larger samples to directly compare DIR to other interventions.

Research Autism was a charity funding research in autism interventions. Research Autism’s information services have been absorbed by the National Autistic Society (NAS). Founded in 1962, the NAS “provide[s] information, support and pioneering services, and campaign[s] for a better world for autistic people. [Website]
Language
English
Subjects
Recreation & Sports
Publisher
Research Autism
DateModified
9/22/2022 3:22 PM EDT