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Publication Date: 2024
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A Pilot Study on the Effect of Peer Support on Quality of Life of Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Gender Dysphoria
T. Brandsma; K. Visser; J. J. G. Volk; A. Balleur van Rijn; L. P. Dekker
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v54 n3 p997-1008 2024
Gender dysphoria (GD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) co-occur relatively often, but there is no evidence-based treatment for this specific group. Therefore, we examined the effects of a group intervention for adolescents with ASD and GD in a pilot study with a pre-post-test design. The adolescents completed questionnaires on quality of life, self-esteem, gender dysphoric feelings, and social responsiveness. Results show that participating in this peer support group seems to increase aspects of quality of life, i.e., increased parent-reported psychological well-being and decreased psychological complaints. Even though more research is needed, these results indicate that peer support is an invaluable part of treatment for adolescents with ASD and GD.
Descriptors: Peer Relationship, Adolescents, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sexual Identity, Program Effectiveness, Social Support Groups, Adolescent Attitudes, Quality of Life
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