Incorporating Video Feedback Within a Parent-Implemented Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention Package Via Telepractice

Abstract

Delays in communication are commonly experienced by young children who are not meeting developmental milestones. Early naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions are efficacious, and parents can successfully embed these communication strategies into playtime routines, including when coaching is delivered via telepractice. Video feedback is a strength-based coaching method that has been successfully applied to increase positive parenting behaviors (e.g., descriptive praise, responsivity). However, limited research exists on the use of video feedback as a coaching tool for parents of children with developmental delays for communication interventions. We evaluated the effects of a telepractice-based parent training followed by joint reflections and video feedback coaching on parent strategy use and child communication targets, using a concurrent multiple-baseline across three parent–child dyads design. Parent perceptions of the feasibility and appropriateness of the intervention were positive. We discuss implications and provide suggestions for future research and practice.