NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Back to results
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
ERIC Number: EJ1383024
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023-Aug
Pages: 21
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0162-3257
EISSN: EISSN-1573-3432
Appropriateness, Acceptability, and Feasibility of a Neurodiversity-Based Self-Determination Program for Autistic Adults
McDonald, T. A. Meridian; Lalani, Salima; Chen, Ivy; Cotton, Claire M.; MacDonald, Lydia; Boursoulian, Lana J.; Wang, Jiahao; Malow, Beth A.
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v53 n8 p2933-2953 Aug 2023
Published self-determination programs do not adequately address the needs of autistic adults. We designed a multi-component self-determination program, grounded in the neurodiversity paradigm, to help autistic adults achieve goals to improve their quality of life. The first phase involved 5 days of psychoeducation, practice, and social events; the second phase included 3 months of telecoaching; and the third phase included follow-up. Thirty-four university students coached 31 autistic adults on three evolving goals. On average, participants completed one goal per week. Most participants were satisfied with the program. We found that the program was appropriate, acceptable, and feasible. This program is a promising approach to helping autistic adults gain self-determination skills and improve their quality of life.
Springer. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail: customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: https://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2123/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) (DHHS/NIH)
Authoring Institution: N/A
Grant or Contract Numbers: K12HL137943