Research library/Educational Interventions

Category 5 of 12:

Educational Interventions

Classroom structure, visual supports, and legal protections that shape how your child learns alongside their peers.

6 therapies · 2 groups · 0 reviews published

How we grade the evidence:

Strong — multiple trials or reviews, consistent resultsModerate — good evidence, generally acceptedEmerging — promising, still earlyLimited — well-studied and not shown to help, or too little study to knowControversial — significant debate among researchers, use cautionHarmful — documented risk of harm — not recommended

Structured Teaching Models

Predictable environments and visual systems that reduce anxiety and build independence.

Strong evidence

TEACCH

Uses structured physical environments, visual schedules, and individualized work systems.

All agesComing soon
Strong evidence

Visual Supports & Schedule Systems

Pictorial or written schedules to support predictability and reduce anxiety.

All agesComing soon
Moderate evidence

Social Stories™

Short narratives describing social situations to build understanding and skills.

School ageComing soon

Inclusive Education & IEP

The legal and classroom frameworks that determine what support your child gets at school.

Strong evidence

Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Legally mandated plan specifying goals, services, and accommodations for school-age students.

School ageComing soon
Moderate evidence

Inclusive / Mainstreaming Programs

Placing autistic students in general education classrooms with appropriate supports.

School ageComing soon
Strong evidence

Peer-Mediated Instruction & Intervention (PMII)

Trained peers support social interaction and learning for autistic classmates.

School ageComing soon
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