Teaching Verbal Behavior to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

This chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of the strategies for teaching verbal behavior to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It explores the fundamental role of language and communication in human development with a focus on the functionality of verbal behavior. By breaking down verbal behavior into teachable units, such as mands, tacts, echoics, and intraverbals, the chapter underscores the necessity of a tailored, functional communication approach in the remediation of language delays and the fostering of an adequate communicative repertoire in children with autism.