A Systematic Review of Abduction Prevention Research for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Drew, C. M., Hansen, S. G., & Bell, C. (2022). 

While abduction remains a rare occurrence in the United States, many parents and caregivers have concerns about children’s reactions to strangers and other safety-related behaviors. Abduction is a risk for all children, but may be of specific concern for people with disabilities due to social skill and communication deficits. Behavior analytic interventions can be used to address skill deficits that may leave children with disabilities vulnerable

The abstract is available to view online with restricted access. February 2022Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities 34(5) DOI:10.1007/s10882-022-09834-z

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