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Bergmann, Thomas; Birkner, Joana; Sappok, Tanja; Schmidt, Maria – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2021
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are often associated with intellectual disability (ID). ASD-specific group concepts usually focus on people on a high functioning level. The Autism-Competence-Group (AutCom) combines a psycho-educative approach with music and dance/movement interventions in adults with ASD and ID. AutCom includes 16 structured…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Interpersonal Competence, Adults
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Sng, Cheong Ying; Carter, Mark; Stephenson, Jennifer – International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 2022
Difficulties with social conversation can be a direct result of the social skills deficit in individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The popularity of hand-held devices and the development of commercial apps has expanded the scope of teaching social skills via this modality. This study extends an earlier pilot study in which a…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Interpersonal Competence, Skill Development
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Barnes, Madalyn; Bernau, Megan; Johnson, Lindsay; Melchert, Jordin; Patek, Madeline; Zebrowski, Kaeleigh; Moser, Christy Szczech – Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools & Early Intervention, 2019
Numerous research studies have been completed on the topic of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As individuals with this diagnosis are frequently treated by occupational therapists, this review will focus on research that has been completed on ASD that will provide insights into the understanding and treatment of children on the spectrum.
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Allied Health Personnel
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Bross, Leslie Ann; Huffman, Jonathan M.; Anderson, Ashley; Alhibs, Mashael; Rousey, Jessica G.; Pinczynski, Monique – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2023
Young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) typically benefit from individually-designed interventions to engage in reciprocal conversation. We used a multiple baseline across participants design to evaluate the effects of a technology-based self-monitoring application (i.e., I-Connect) and visual supports to teach question asking skills to…
Descriptors: Young Adults, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Self Management, Intervention
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MacFarland, Mari C.; Fisher, Marisa H. – Exceptionality, 2021
Many researchers and practitioners cite concerns with maintenance and generalization as a serious issue for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), although few studies explicitly target performance of behaviors outside training environments. After an initial intervention failed to produce robust generalization outcomes, the present…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Peer Teaching, Generalization
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Michael Siller; Lindee Morgan; Sally Fuhrmeister; Quentin Wedderburn; Brooke Schirmer; Emma Chatson; Scott Gillespie – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2024
Preschool classrooms provide a unique context for supporting the development of children with social-communication challenges. This study is an uncontrolled clinical trial of an adapted professional development intervention for preschool teachers (Social Emotional Engagement-Knowledge & Skills-Early Childhood). Social Emotional…
Descriptors: Students with Disabilities, Intervention, Preschool Education, Preschool Children
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Park, Mi N.; Moulton, Emily E.; Laugeson, Elizabeth A. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2023
The establishment of reciprocal friendships is a challenge for many individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Social interaction difficulties emerge early, persist throughout development, and have widespread functional impact. As such, interventions focused on social functioning are needed in early intervention programs. This two-part study…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diagnostic Tests, Observation, Intelligence Tests
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Sung, Connie; Connor, Annemarie; Chen, June; Lin, Chien-Chun; Kuo, Hung-Jen; Chun, Jina – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2019
This article details the iterative development, feasibility, and preliminary efficacy of an 8-week work-related social skills intervention, Assistive Soft Skills and Employment Training, for young adults with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder. In this mixed-methods study, pre- and post-intervention surveys, interviews, and functional…
Descriptors: Interpersonal Competence, Intervention, Young Adults, Autism
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Bross, Leslie Ann; Huffman, Jonathan M.; Watson, Emma K.; Wills, Howard P.; Mason, Rose A. – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2021
This study examined the efficacy of an intervention package consisting of small group instruction, online instructional modules, and telecoaching to increase planning skills of eight young adults (ages 17-26) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other related neurological disorders. Telecoaching sessions used existing video conference platforms…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Small Group Instruction
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Jyoti, Vishav; Lahiri, Uttama – IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies, 2020
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are characterized by deficits in social communication, partly attributed to the inability to pick up cues from social partners using joint attention (JA) skill. These deficits have cascading adverse effects on language acquisition and the development of cognitive skills. Therapist-mediated JA…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Children
Hume, Kara; Odom, Samuel L.; Steinbrenner, Jessica R.; Smith DaWalt, Leann; Hall, Laura J.; Kraemer, Bonnie; Tomaszewski, Brianne; Brum, Christopher; Szidon, Kate; Bolt, Daniel M. – Exceptional Children, 2022
We tested the efficacy of a comprehensive intervention program designed for high school students across the autism spectrum, the Center on Secondary Education for Students with Autism (CSESA) model, in a cluster randomized control trial involving 60 high schools in three states (California, North Carolina, Wisconsin), with implementation occurring…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Adolescents
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Ryan, Grace; Brady, Shelley; Holloway, Jennifer; Lydon, Helena – Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 2019
The current research evaluates the effectiveness of a behavioral skills training (BST) package used to increase appropriate conversation interactions for six adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Deficits in the area of social skills can become a significant feature for individuals with disabilities and in particular for those with ASD. A…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Behavior Modification, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
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Hurwich-Reiss, Eliana; Chlebowski, Colby; Lind, Teresa; Martinez, Kassandra; Best, Karin M.; Brookman-Frazee, Lauren – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2021
This study identified patterns of therapist delivery of evidence-based intervention strategies with children with autism spectrum disorder within publicly funded mental health services and compared patterns for therapists delivering usual care to those trained in AIM HI ("An Individualized Mental Health Intervention for ASD"). Data were…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Evidence Based Practice, Intervention
Zheng, Shuting – ProQuest LLC, 2018
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) show a wide range of developmental characteristics and differ from each other in terms of symptom presentation. This heterogeneity leads to difficulties when trying to individualize treatments that work for individual children with ASD. Therefore, identifying and understanding subgroups of children on…
Descriptors: Preschool Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Cluster Grouping
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Gengoux, Grace W.; Schapp, Salena; Burton, Sarah; Ardel, Christina M.; Libove, Robin A.; Baldi, Gina; Berquist, Kari L.; Phillips, Jennifer M.; Hardan, Antonio Y. – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2019
Developmental approaches to autism treatment aim to establish strong interpersonal relationships through joint play. These approaches have emerging empirical support; however, there is a need for further research documenting the procedures and demonstrating their effectiveness. This pilot study evaluated changes in parent behavior and child autism…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Children