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Mackay, Bethany A.; Shochet, Ian M.; Orr, Jayne A. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2017
Despite increased depression in adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), effective prevention approaches for this population are limited. A mixed methods pilot randomised controlled trial (N = 29) of the evidence-based Resourceful Adolescent Program-Autism Spectrum Disorder (RAP-A-ASD) designed to prevent depression was conducted in…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Mixed Methods Research, Randomized Controlled Trials
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Ekas, Naomi V.; Whitman, Thomas L. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2011
Raising a child with an autism spectrum disorder is a challenging experience that can impact maternal well-being. Using a daily diary methodology, this study investigates (1) the relationship between stress and negative affect, and (2) the role of daily positive affect as a protective factor in the stress and negative affect relationship. Results…
Descriptors: Mothers, Autism, Stress Management, Coping