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Facilitated communication

Definition

From:

NICE Guideline CG142 - Autism spectrum disorder in adults: diagnosis and management

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

A therapeutic intervention whereby a facilitator supports the hand or arm of an autistic person while using a keyboard or other devices with the aim of helping the person to develop pointing skills and to communicate.

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