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Morris, Sonia; O'Reilly, Gary; Byrne, Mitchell K. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
The political drive for inclusion means there are increasing numbers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) being educated alongside their neurotypical peers. Pervasive victimisation has prompted the development of peer interventions targeting stigma. This study evaluated the 'Understanding Our Peers with Pablo' programme for effects on…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Social Bias, Attitude Change
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Lei, Jiedi; Calley, Steph; Brosnan, Mark; Ashwin, Chris; Russell, Ailsa – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
Applying to university can be an anxiety-provoking time for many autistic students, though enrolment can be increased by actively involving them in transition planning. We provide an evaluation of a transition to university pilot programme (Autism Summer School) for autistic students (16-19 years) who are seeking to apply/attend university. The…
Descriptors: Transitional Programs, Program Effectiveness, Students with Disabilities, Autism
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Clifford, Tessen; Minnes, Patricia – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2013
Twenty mothers participated in an online support group for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders. Twenty-five unrelated parents participated in a no-treatment control group. The participants completed online questionnaires prior to and following the 4-month support group, to evaluate changes in mood, anxiety, parenting stress, and…
Descriptors: Mothers, Social Support Groups, Child Rearing, Autism