How is RDI ® different?
• RDI ® has a series of objectives designed to address the five core deficits of autism, rather than teaching the child discrete skills or compensations. Although we all feel like we have really achieved something when we finally get para support in our child’s IEP, this is actually not helping the autism itself, rather it is helping the child get along in an environment in the least intrusive manner to the rest of the class. As with all things, para support is good in moderation. • RDI ® is parent-based rather than therapist-based. You do not drive 15 miles to an office three times a week to have your child undergo some secret treatment upon which he/she emerges cured. RDI ® is hard work, it takes time and is done in the comfort of your home. • RDI ® can be accomplished in several, short sessions every day. Once you become comfortable with framing activities, opportunities will abound in your environment, which, by the way, is where the child will be expected to spend more time. The b
