Childhood Executive Function Predicts Later Autistic Features and Adaptive Behavior in Young Autistic People: a 12-Year Prospective Study
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DOI: 10.1007/s10802-018-0493-8
Abstract: Longitudinal studies of autistic people show that the behavioral features of autism generally endure into adulthood. Yet the prognostic indicators remain far from certain, especially for cognitively able individuals. Here, we test the predictive power… read more here.
Keywords: adaptive behavior; autistic people; autistic features; executive function ... See more keywords
Patterns of Continuity and Change in the Psychosocial Outcomes of Young Autistic People: a Mixed-Methods Study
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DOI: 10.1007/s10802-019-00602-w
Abstract: Long-term longitudinal studies have consistently demonstrated that the outcomes of autistic individuals are highly variable. Yet, these studies have typically focused on aspects of functioning deemed to be critical by non-autistic researchers, rather than autistic… read more here.
Keywords: outcomes autistic; autistic people; patterns continuity; psychosocial outcomes ... See more keywords
Enhancing the Validity of a Quality of Life Measure for Autistic People
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-017-3402-z
Abstract: Accurate measurement of quality of life (QoL) is important for evaluation of autism services and trials of interventions. We undertook psychometric validation of the World Health Organisation measure—WHOQoL-BREF, examined construct validity of the WHO Disabilities… read more here.
Keywords: autistic people; autism; validity; measure ... See more keywords
Romantic Intimacy in Autism: A Qualitative Analysis.
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04377-8
Abstract: Although autistic people have difficulties with social-emotional reciprocity, most still desire intimate romantic relationships. This study sought to identify enablers and barriers to emotional and physical intimacy for Autistic (n = 31) and non-autistic (n = 26) individuals. All… read more here.
Keywords: intimacy autism; autistic people; autism; analysis ... See more keywords
A Systematic Review of Healthcare Professionals’ Knowledge, Self-Efficacy and Attitudes Towards Working with Autistic People
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DOI: 10.1007/s40489-021-00263-w
Abstract: Healthcare professionals play a vital role in identifying and supporting autistic people. This study systematically reviewed empirical research examining healthcare professionals’ knowledge, self-efficacy and attitudes towards working with autistic people. Thirty-five studies were included. The… read more here.
Keywords: healthcare professionals; self efficacy; autistic people; knowledge self ... See more keywords
Depression in young autistic people: A scoping review
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DOI: 10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101841
Abstract: Abstract Background Depressive symptoms are prevalent in autistic individuals. However, there is a limited understanding of what is known about depression in autistic children and adolescents. The aim of this scoping review is to examine… read more here.
Keywords: depressive symptoms; young autistic; scoping review; autistic people ... See more keywords
A thematic synthesis of siblings' lived experiences of autism: Distress, responsibilities, compassion and connection.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2019.103547
Abstract: BACKGROUND Despite increased understandings that the whole family system is influenced by a family member being diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), the experiences of siblings can be overlooked. However, recently understanding of siblings'… read more here.
Keywords: autistic people; synthesis siblings; autism; siblings autistic ... See more keywords
“Autistic people”? Who do you mean?
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DOI: 10.1017/s0140525x18002261
Abstract: Abstract Jaswal & Akhtar (J&A) offer evidence against lack of social motivation in “autistic people,” providing no further phenotypic details as to the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) subgroups that they refer to. I will argue… read more here.
Keywords: people mean; autistic people;
Learning how to read autistic behavior from interactions between autistic people
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DOI: 10.1017/s0140525x18002364
Abstract: Abstract Do autistic people read autistic behavior in the same way as neurotypical observers? We consider evidence that suggests autistic-to-autistic interactions demonstrate enabling norms and question the possibilities for neurotypical researchers to learn from autistic… read more here.
Keywords: interactions autistic; read autistic; autistic people; behavior interactions ... See more keywords
What do autistic people want from autism research?
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DOI: 10.1017/s0140525x18002522
Abstract: Abstract Research that engages the experiences and insights of autistics and their caregivers can be more ethical, less stigmatizing, and innovative. To avoid reproducing established assumptions, researchers should learn how autistics and their caregivers understand… read more here.
Keywords: want autism; autistic people; autism research; research ... See more keywords
Two Halves of the Same Whole: A Framework to Integrate Autism and Mental Health Services
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DOI: 10.1080/01612840.2022.2126570
Abstract: Abstract Given the higher rates of co-occurring mental health issues experienced by autistic people, there is a pressing need to implement an effective framework that integrates autism services with appropriate mental health services. This paper… read more here.
Keywords: health; autistic people; health services; autism ... See more keywords