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A systematic review of the literature was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of parent and family training in behavior analysis for adolescents with developmental and intellectual disabilities, excluding escape extinction or other intrusive interventions, following PRISMA guidelines (Moher et al., 2009). The PRISMA model consists of four stages: (1) article identification, (2) article selection, (3) article eligibility evaluation, and (4) article inclusion. The primary researcher conducted the primary search in the PsychINFO database from the years January 2000 to December 2023. The search terms used were: Parents training, family training, caregiver training, ASD, Autism, Developmental disability, Intellectual disability, ABA, Applied Behavior analysis and Behavior Analysis." The PsychINFO search returned a total of 356 articles.

The principal investigator then reviewed the titles and abstracts of the retrieved articles. Additionally, a manual review of additional articles was conducted based on those that were assessed for eligibility. Therefore, a total of 356 articles were initially identified. Subsequently, the 301 duplicates found were eliminated, leaving a total of 55 articles to be evaluated. Articles that did not specifically address parent and family training in behavior analysis for adolescents with developmental and intellectual disabilities without the use of escape extinction or other intrusive interventions were excluded, they were 41. Therefore, 14 articles remained for the reviewer to assess eligibility criteria for inclusion by reading the full article. Finally, articles that met the inclusion criteria were identified, while others were excluded due to various reasons, such as not addressing parent and family training in behavior analysis for adolescents with developmental and intellectual disabilities or using intrusive interventions. Further explanations of the reasons for exclusion are summarized in a table. The PRISMA diagram indicates the number of articles reviewed and included (Moher et al., 2009).

Evaluating the literature on parent and family training in behavior analysis for adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities is critical to understanding and improving available services. Through several studies, it has been explored how different approaches can impact the well-being of families and the development of adolescents with disabilities. A study by Summers, Houlding, and Reitzel describes a behavior management clinic for children with autism and pervasive developmental disorders that implements techniques based on the principles of applied behavior analysis, where parent training is an integral part of the services provided. This study highlights the importance of understanding the specific needs of families and the continued demand for behavioral support services.

On the other hand, Suarez-Balcazar et al. explored goal setting strategies with Latino parents of children with disabilities, demonstrating how this approach can be effective in promoting behavior change. Through two case studies, we illustrated how goal setting can help families address the specific challenges they face, both in the United States and Colombia. These findings highlight the importance of considering cultural context when designing interventions for diverse families. Furthermore, Baykal et al. examined the relationship between clinical characteristics of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and caregiver burden, as well as levels of anxiety and depression. This study highlights the importance of understanding how ASD symptom severity and caregiver emotional well-being are interrelated, which has important implications for the design of support services.

Finally, a study by Singh et al. evaluated the effects of the Mindfulness-Based Positive Behavior Support (MBPBS) program on mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder. The results show that the MBPBS was effective in reducing perceived stress in mothers and challenging behaviors in children. This study highlights the importance of addressing the needs of caregivers and providing them with tools to manage the stress associated with caring for children with disabilities. In summary, the literature reviewed provides evidence that behavior analysis-based interventions targeting parents and families can be effective in improving outcomes for adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. However, more research is needed to fully understand the underlying mechanisms and determine best practices for family intervention in this context.

References

Baykal, S., Karakurt, M. N., Çakır, M., & Karabekiroğlu, K. (2018). An Examination of the

Relations Between Symptom Distributions in Children Diagnosed with Autism and

Caregiver Burden, Anxiety and Depression Levels. *Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and

Mental Health*, 12(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13034-018-0253-5

Singh, N. N., Lancioni, G. E., Medvedev, O. N., Hwang, Y.-S., & Myers, R. E. (2020). A

Component Analysis of the Mindfulness-Based Positive Behavior Support (MBPBS)

Program for Mindful Parenting by Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

*Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities*, 32(4), 523-545.

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10882-020-09753-0

Suarez-Balcazar, Y., Balcazar, F., Garcia Torres, M., Garcia, C., & Arias, D. L. (2022). Goal Setting

with Latinx Families of Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Case

Studies. *Behavior Analysis in Practice*, 15(2), 546-561. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-

021-00607-x

Summers, J. A., Houlding, C. M., & Reitzel, J. A. M. (2004). Behavior Management Services for

Children with Autism/PDD: Program Description and Patterns of Referral. *Journal of

Developmental and Physical Disabilities*,19(2), 95-101.

https://doi.org/10.1177/10883576040190020401