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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

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01-06-2009 | Original Paper

Psychiatric Symptoms and Psychosocial Difficulties in Young Adults with Autistic Traits

Auteurs: Stephen M. Kanne, Shawn E. Christ, Angela M. Reiersen

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 6/2009

Abstract

A screening version of the social responsiveness scale (SRS) was administered to 1,847 university students to identify a subgroup reporting significantly greater autism traits relative to their peers (High SRS group). A group reporting minimal autism traits was also identified (Low SRS group) matched for age, gender, and attentional difficulties. We administered the Behavioral Assessment System for Children—2nd edition (BASC-2), a comprehensive questionnaire designed to assess psychiatric symptoms and personality characteristics, to both groups. The high SRS group reported significantly more difficulties across the majority of areas, including depression/anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and personal adjustment. Thus, young adults reporting a greater degree of autistic traits also reported greater psychiatric difficulties across a wide psychosocial range.

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Titel: Psychiatric Symptoms and Psychosocial Difficulties in Young Adults with Autistic Traits
Auteurs: Stephen M. Kanne
Shawn E. Christ
Angela M. Reiersen
Publicatiedatum: 01-06-2009
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 6/2009
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-008-0688-x

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