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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

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20-05-2023 | Original Paper

Understanding the Needs of Autistic Post-Secondary Students

Auteurs: Taylor M. Schembri-Mutch, Adam W. McCrimmon, Michael L. Zwiers

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 7/2024

Abstract

Autistic students are a growing subgroup within post-secondary schooling; however, little is known about barriers to their success in that context. Research suggests autistic students face more challenges to completing post-secondary education than neurotypical students, but findings often rely on expert opinion and fail to incorporate first-hand perspectives. To address this gap, a qualitative inquiry into barriers to success for autistic post-secondary students was conducted. Thematic Analysis yielded 10 themes in three categories, while two separate cross-cutting themes emerged; themes interact with one another, intensifying concerns of autistic students. Findings can support post-secondary institutions to reflect on the extent to which these barriers are present for their autistic students and modify support services accordingly.

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Titel: Understanding the Needs of Autistic Post-Secondary Students
Auteurs: Taylor M. Schembri-Mutch
Adam W. McCrimmon
Michael L. Zwiers
Publicatiedatum: 20-05-2023
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 7/2024
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-023-06010-w

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