Effectiveness of Intensive Interaction in People With Communication Disorders or Learning Disabilities

Abstract: Nowadays, the field of Special Education is expanding as more individuals face difficulties that require specialized interventions. Intensive Interaction is a widely known and well-documented method applied to individuals with communication disorders and learning disabilities. Based on the information we gather, Intensive Interaction proves to be particularly helpful, as through various activities, it develops or enhances the individuals’ deficient communication skills, thereby allowing them to further develop their social skills and interact naturally with others. The flexibility and adaptability of the method enable its application across a wide range of ages, from infants to mature adults, as well as its implementation by numerous experienced professionals in the clinical field. An in-depth literature review was conducted, presenting a scientifically substantiated evaluation of the method’s effectiveness. The collective results and conclusions included in the study were derived from a plethora of research, from which the key elements were isolated and incorporated.

Key words: intensive interaction, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, learning difficulties, special education