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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 3/2024

10-01-2023 | Original Paper

A Systematic Review of Family Functioning in Families of Children on the Autism Spectrum

Auteurs: Gwendoline DESQUENNE GODFREY, Naomi DOWNES, Emilie CAPPE

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 3/2024

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Abstract

This article aims to review the literature on family functioning in the field of autism. The search was conducted in August 2021 in PubMed, PsycINFO, and PubPsy and sixty-two articles were included. Studies were published in English between 1980 and 2021 and provided quantitative data from validated measures of family functioning in families with an official diagnosis of autism. Results showed that family functioning appeared more problematic for families of autistic children than non-autistic ones. Difficulties were correlated with more caregiver demand and less resources. Interventional results varied. The findings highlight the importance of considering family functioning when providing care for autistic children and their families. Limitations and implications for future research are discussed.
Prospero registration number: CRD42022297696.
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According to the recommendations of Autisme France and Autisme Europe, and in conformity with the recommendations of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the term “autistic person” or “person on the autism spectrum” is used in order to avoid the negative connotation of the term disorder.
 
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Metagegevens
Titel
A Systematic Review of Family Functioning in Families of Children on the Autism Spectrum
Auteurs
Gwendoline DESQUENNE GODFREY
Naomi DOWNES
Emilie CAPPE
Publicatiedatum
10-01-2023
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 3/2024
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-022-05830-6

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