Supporting the unique needs of clients through recommended treatment hours and outcome measures

Grounded in the most recent research, our guidelines support clinicians providing community-based applied behavioral interventions treating ASD or related development disabilities.

Catalight Research Institute provides a resource for clinicians as they create individualized treatment plans for their clients

These studies revealed that higher hours of ABA do not lead to better outcomes for young children with ASD or I/DD; however, did highlight the overall effectiveness of behaviorally-based interventions across a multitude of targeted skills. Studies also demonstrate parent-mediated
interventions, empowering caregivers in their everyday lives.

Improving the overall wellbeing of clients and their families through the delivery of person-centered care

There are many methods to measure ASD treatment outcomes, however research shows there is a lack of consistency with no established standards. The Catalight Research Institute recommends choosing outcome tools that provide a complete outcomes picture, which include client and family wellbeing. Tools to evaluate aspects of wellbeing, include Wellbeing Scales, Parental Self Efficacy Scales, and Parental Stress Scale I/DD.

Catalight Practice Guidelines

The Catalight practice guidelines outline our treatment hours recommendation and outcome measures of behavioral interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related developmental disabilities.

These guidelines are intended as a resource to advise clinicians on tailoring their decisions to the specific needs of each client. The Catalight Practice Guidelines are grounded in the most recent research, referenced by citations, and will be revised as new studies are published.