APA Dictionary of Psychology

structural therapy

Updated on 11/15/2023
  1. see structural family therapy.
  2. a system of treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, which provides a structured environment emphasizing physical and verbal stimulation in a gamelike setting. The purpose is to increase the amount and variety of stimuli received by the children, thereby helping them relate to their environment in a more realistic manner.
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