Enhancing Consumer Skills in Individuals With Down Syndrome

Purpose: This study evaluated a father-focused family education program to enhance digital consumer skills in individuals with down syndrome. Method: A single-subject multiple probe design was used with four father–child dyads. Fathers received training on simultaneous prompting and taught their children three consumer skills: online bill payment, ordering food, and buying movie tickets. Results: All fathers reached over 90% instructional fidelity, and all children reached 100% accuracy in each target skill. These gains were maintained during follow-up sessions. Social validity data indicated high satisfaction among fathers and perceived improvements in children's confidence and independence. Discussion: Findings support the effectiveness of structured, family-based programs in teaching functional digital skills to individuals with DS. The intervention shows promise for broader implementation in promoting digital inclusion and autonomy.