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03-05-2021 | Original Paper

The Role of Acceptance in the Transition to Adulthood: A Multi-Informant Comparison of Practitioners, Families, and Youth with Autism

Auteurs: Gloria K. Lee, Sarah L. Curtiss, Hung Jen Kuo, Jina Chun, Heekyung Lee, Danielle D. Nimako

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 4/2022

Abstract

This study investigated the role of acceptance during the transition process among autistic young adults, parents, and practitioners. Six focus groups were run and thematic analysis was used to identify four themes: Youth on the autism spectrum discussed transition as a time where Self-Advocacy and Self-Acceptance were salient. Both youth and parents discussed the Lack of Understanding and Acceptance they experience. Particularly, youth highlighted the lack of understanding of sensory needs and parents underscored the lack of understanding by medical professionals. In contrast, practitioners highlighted the presence of Community Openness. Both practitioners and parents discussed Finding Personal Support through Acceptance. Self-acceptance and acceptance of autism are imperative for autistic young adults and families to achieve well-being.

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Titel: The Role of Acceptance in the Transition to Adulthood: A Multi-Informant Comparison of Practitioners, Families, and Youth with Autism
Auteurs: Gloria K. Lee
Sarah L. Curtiss
Hung Jen Kuo
Jina Chun
Heekyung Lee
Danielle D. Nimako
Publicatiedatum: 03-05-2021
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 4/2022
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-021-05037-1

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