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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 12/2014

01-12-2014 | Original Paper

Adult Outcomes in Autism: Community Inclusion and Living Skills

Auteurs: Kylie M. Gray, Caroline M. Keating, John R. Taffe, Avril V. Brereton, Stewart L. Einfeld, Tessa C. Reardon, Bruce J. Tonge

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 12/2014

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Abstract

Longitudinal research has demonstrated that social outcomes for adults with autism are restricted, particularly in terms of employment and living arrangements. However, understanding of individual and environmental factors that influence these outcomes is far from complete. This longitudinal study followed a community sample of children and adolescents with autism into adulthood. Social outcomes in relation to community inclusion and living skills were examined, including the predictive role of a range of individual factors and the environment (socio-economic disadvantage). Overall, the degree of community inclusion and living skills was restricted for the majority, and while childhood IQ was an important determinant of these outcomes, it was not the sole predictor. The implications of these findings in relation to interventions are discussed.
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Metagegevens
Titel
Adult Outcomes in Autism: Community Inclusion and Living Skills
Auteurs
Kylie M. Gray
Caroline M. Keating
John R. Taffe
Avril V. Brereton
Stewart L. Einfeld
Tessa C. Reardon
Bruce J. Tonge
Publicatiedatum
01-12-2014
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 12/2014
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-014-2159-x

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