Re: RDI Therapy?

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I didn't like it as much because it only focused on one specific area

of need (relationships/social) when there were other areas that needed

help as well. They had some nice socializing games and such but also,

some of the ideas I saw were pretty weird. For instance, one kid

talked incessantly. The therapist's idea was for the parents to wear

headphones and smile and nod while he talked. I guess it was supposed

to get him to stop talking non-stop. But I did not see as it helped to

replace the behavior or teach ways he could talk but learn when enough

it enough, etc. It's just my own opinion. We used ABA with my now 12

yo and it encompasses everything. It was easy to individualize it as

well. And it improved his functioning in huge measurable amounts.

 Roxanna

" The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do

nothing. " E. Burke

( ) RDI Therapy?

Hi,

Has anyone had experience with RDI, Relationship Development

Intervention? I'm interested in seeking therapy for my 4 yo Aspie who

is struggling with some behavioral issues. There are several

therapists in my area who offer RDI. I'm

curious to hear from those

who have tried it with their HFA/AS child, good or bad. If you didn't

like it, what type of therapy did you find to be helpful, particularly

for anger, tantrums, social skills, etc.? Feel free to email me

privately.

Many thanks,