Auditory integration training in autism
Best L, Milne R
Record ID 31998008884
English
Authors' objectives:
Auditory integration training (AIT) is a therapeutic listening procedure which is reported to alleviate or improve behaviour, attention, and communication deficits associated with various developmental disorders including autism and pervasive developmental disorders. The authors examine whether it is in fact helpful to people with autism.
Authors' results and conclusions:
In the most reliable of the trials, patients' scores on all questionnaires improved significantly 1 month after both AIT and placebo and were maintained for 12 months in both groups (no significant difference between placebo and treatment groups). The authors conclude that some aspect of both auditory training and structured listening (placebo) led to the significant improvements.
Authors' recommendations:
In view of the way that trials have produced conflicting results, and it remains uncertain whether AIT is any more beneficial than a placebo treatment, the authors take the view that AIT has not been proved effective. Clearer definition of the groups that may benefit and demonstration of effectiveness over placebo are required.
Authors' methods:
Review
Details
Project Status:
Completed
URL for project:
http://www.wihrd.soton.ac.uk
Year Published:
1997
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
England
MeSH Terms
- Autistic Disorder
- Costs and Cost Analysis
- Developmental Disabilities
- Acoustic Stimulation
Contact
Organisation Name:
Wessex Institute for Health Research and Development
Contact Address:
Pauline King. Wessex Institute for Health Research and Development, Boldrewood Medical School, Bassett Crescent East, Highfield, Southampton. SO16 7PX Tel. +44 1703 595661 Fax +44 1703 595662
Copyright:
Wessex Institute for Health Research and Development (WIHRD)
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