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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

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A Systematic Literature Review of Empirical Research on Postsecondary Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Auteurs: Anastasia H. Anderson, Jennifer Stephenson, Mark Carter, Sarah Carlon

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 4/2019

Abstract

The findings from a systematic literature review of 24 empirical studies of interventions for post-secondary students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are reported in this study. A diverse range of interventions were examined, many of which appeared feasible and high rates of participant satisfaction were also reported. Differing responses within and among interventions may point to the possible need for individualized supports. Few studies analyzed a specific academic support despite many students with ASD indicating they prefer these supports and that they find them useful. This may highlight the need for participant preferences to be given more consideration when designing supports. Most studies were of poor quality, however, so any conclusions are tentative. Directions for future research were discussed.

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Titel: A Systematic Literature Review of Empirical Research on Postsecondary Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Auteurs: Anastasia H. Anderson
Jennifer Stephenson
Mark Carter
Sarah Carlon
Publicatiedatum: 08-12-2018
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 4/2019
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3840-2

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