The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is increasing (CDC, 2016). Research studies have focused on either medical treatments and therapeutic interventions for this disorder, or the trauma of the diagnostic process. Scholarship, however,...
Research has shown that some individuals with developmental disabilities exhibit problem behaviors, some of which are dangerous to themselves and others (Emerson et al., 2001; Kanne & Mazurek, 2011; Murphy et al., 2005). In addition to the threat ...