Culturally Adapted RUBI-T for Spanish-Speaking Families in Texas and Mexico

The Adapted RUBI Parent Training is a culturally tailored version of the Research Units in Behavioral Intervention (RUBI) program, designed for Spanish-speaking caregivers of young autistic children. The intervention consists of 8 weekly sessions delivered virtually in Spanish by trained behavioral therapists. Each session incorporates behavioral skills training methods (instruction, modeling, role-play, and feedback). Caregivers use a Spanish-language RUBI handbook to complete weekly home practice activities and receive feedback during sessions. The program focuses on helping caregivers understand the functions of challenging behavior and apply evidence-based strategies to reduce these behaviors and promote positive child outcomes.