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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 2/2010

01-02-2010 | Original Paper

Daily Experiences Among Mothers of Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Auteurs: Leann E. Smith, Jinkuk Hong, Marsha Mailick Seltzer, Jan S. Greenberg, David M. Almeida, Somer L. Bishop

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 2/2010

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Abstract

In the present study, 96 co-residing mothers of adolescents and adults with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) participated in an 8-day diary study and reported on their daily experiences. In comparison with a nationally representative sample of mothers of children without disabilities, mothers of adolescent and adult children with ASD spent significantly more time providing childcare and doing chores, and less time in leisure activities. Fatigue, arguments, avoided arguments, and stressful events were also more common among mothers of individuals with ASD. However, mothers of individuals with ASD reported similar levels of positive interactions and volunteerism as the comparison group. Daily experiences were subsequently related to well-being in both groups. These findings highlight the need for family support services.
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Metagegevens
Titel
Daily Experiences Among Mothers of Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Auteurs
Leann E. Smith
Jinkuk Hong
Marsha Mailick Seltzer
Jan S. Greenberg
David M. Almeida
Somer L. Bishop
Publicatiedatum
01-02-2010
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 2/2010
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-009-0844-y

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