A new test of advanced theory of mind: The “Strange Stories Film Task” captures social processing differences in adults with autism spectrum disorders
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DOI: 10.1002/aur.1744
Abstract: Real‐life social processing abilities of adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) can be hard to capture in lab‐based experimental tasks. A novel measure of social cognition, the “Strange Stories Film task’ (SSFt), was designed to… read more here.
Keywords: spectrum disorders; autism; strange stories; adults autism ... See more keywords
Defining behavioral components of social functioning in adults with autism spectrum disorder as targets for treatment
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DOI: 10.1002/aur.1910
Abstract: There is increasing recognition that adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) would benefit from treatment to improve social functioning, a key factor in adults' overall quality of life. However, the various behavioral components of social… read more here.
Keywords: autism; spectrum disorder; adults autism; social functioning ... See more keywords
Psychometric Evaluation of Social Cognitive Measures for Adults with Autism
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DOI: 10.1002/aur.2084
Abstract: Although social cognition is frequently identified as a target in clinical trials and psychosocial interventions for adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), these efforts are hampered by a lack of consensus and validation of social… read more here.
Keywords: cognitive measures; psychometric evaluation; social cognition; autism ... See more keywords
Differential effects of COVID‐related lockdown on sleep–wake rhythms in adults with autism spectrum disorder compared to the general population
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DOI: 10.1002/aur.2692
Abstract: COVID‐related lockdown led to a radical modification of daily activities and routines which are known to affect sleep. Compared to the general population, participants with autism may be particularly vulnerable to the repercussions of lockdown… read more here.
Keywords: autism; related lockdown; general population; covid related ... See more keywords
An individualized approach to teaching adults with autism to successfully navigate job interviews via remote instruction.
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DOI: 10.1002/jaba.977
Abstract: Adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience challenges securing employment, which may partially explain overall underemployment or unemployment in this population. One of the first steps to obtaining employment is participating in a job interview.… read more here.
Keywords: via remote; job; approach teaching; remote instruction ... See more keywords
Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Romantic Relationships in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-017-3199-9
Abstract: This study compared sexual orientation and romantic relationship experience in a large sample of adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) (n = 675) and general population peers (n = 8064). Gender identity was explored in the ASD… read more here.
Keywords: sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; adults autism ... See more keywords
Adults with Autism Tend to Undermine the Hidden Environmental Structure: Evidence from a Visual Associative Learning Task
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-018-3574-1
Abstract: The learning-style theory of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) (Qian, Lipkin, Frontiers in Human Neuroscience 5:77, 2011) states that ASD individuals differ from neurotypics in the way they learn and store information about the environment and… read more here.
Keywords: autism tend; undermine hidden; hidden environmental; adults autism ... See more keywords
Anxiety and Depression Reduction as Distal Outcomes of a College Transition Readiness Program for Adults with Autism
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04549-6
Abstract: Young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience increased rates of anxiety and depression which can impact academic success. The Stepped Transition in Education Program for Students with ASD (STEPS) applies cognitive-behavioral principles to help… read more here.
Keywords: adults autism; program; transition; anxiety depression ... See more keywords
Adults with Autism: Changes in Understanding Since DSM-111.
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04847-z
Abstract: Over the past four decades there have been significant advances in our understanding of autism, yet services for autistic adults continue to lag far behind those for children, and prospects for employment and independent living… read more here.
Keywords: understanding since; autism changes; changes understanding; autism ... See more keywords
Predictors of the Quality of Life of Informal Carers of Adults on the Autism Spectrum.
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-021-05178-3
Abstract: Carers of adults on the autism spectrum often experience high levels of stress, worry, and caregiver burden. There are few studies identifying the predictors of carer mental well-being and none have been conducted in Australia.… read more here.
Keywords: autism; model; adults autism; quality life ... See more keywords
Using Behavioral Skills Training to Teach Interview Skills to Young Adults with Autism
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DOI: 10.1007/s10864-020-09389-z
Abstract: With unemployment rates for adults with autism as high as 85%, it is important for young adults to learn necessary prevocational skills (e.g., interviewing) to help them succeed in their search for employment. There is… read more here.
Keywords: interview; behavioral skills; skills training; adults autism ... See more keywords