A Perspective on the Research Literature Related to Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (Lovaas) for Young Children With Autism

Abstract

Various aspects of the research literature on early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) have been poorly understood within the psychological, educational, and advocacy communities. Examination of the studies that are frequently cited by proponents of EIBI suggests that the expectation that 47 percent of youngsters who receive EIBI will reach normal developmental status is questionable.